Rising living costs are influenced by COVID-19 supply chain issues and price gouging. Canadians have large homes and vehicles, contributing to inflation. Family sizes are decreasing while homes are becoming bigger. Personal consumption choices can help alleviate financial pressures caused by increased living costs. The impact of climate change on food supply is not addressed. Similarly, essential workers who received appreciation during the pandemic have not seen sufficient wage increases despite contributing significantly to society.
Wells attributes rising costs of living to COVID-19 supply chains and Loblaw's price gouging, neglecting to address how personal consumption habits can mitigate inflation.
Canadians have some of the largest homes in the world, yet family sizes are shrinking, resulting in bigger homes that contribute to increased living costs.
The wide range in vehicle purchase and fuel costs greatly outweighs the relatively small increases in gas prices and carbon tax that upset many Canadians.
Despite being cheered during COVID-19, the wages of store clerks, bank tellers, and personal support workers have seen minimal increases.
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