Are government-run grocery stores the fix for high prices?

The federal NDP is pitching public, non-profit grocery stores. They say it's to bring prices down. City governments in New York and Toronto are studying the idea while Mexico has had a government-run chain since the 1950s. Supporters say it could lower bills. Critics say it won't. Our question: Are government-run grocery stores the fix for high prices? How's the cost of food affecting you?

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Are government-run grocery stores the fix for high prices? is an episode from Cross Country Checkup from CBC Radio by CBC.

This episode is 00:56:46 long.

This episode was published on Apr 5, 2026.

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