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EPISODE · May 5, 2026 · 1H 11M

Why Is Life in Canada So Expensive?

from Return to Reason · host Return to Reason

Life in Canada is getting more expensive, and a lot of people are asking why.  David Leis talks with former trade minister Ed Fast about what’s happening with Canada’s economy right now—from trade with the U.S. to rising costs at home.  They break down why Canada is struggling to keep up in a fast-changing world, and what it means for jobs, prices, and the future. You'll want to hear this.  

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