B.C. households cutting back on groceries and essentials as cost-of-living crisis worsens: new survey (opens original article in a new tab)

A new survey shows British Columbians are cutting back on groceries and essentials as the cost-of-living crisis worsens, with 95% expressing concern about rising expenses and 45% reducing spending on necessities.

• Nearly half of British Columbians are cutting back on groceries and essentials due to cost-of-living pressures.
• 95% of respondents are concerned about the cost of living, with 45% reducing spending on necessities.
• Financial strain is leading to reduced savings and a deteriorating economic outlook for many households.