Your grocery bill isn't going down yet

Morning from the Automobile City — here's what's growing in Steinbach.

So, you probably got that pamphlet in your mailbox from the provincial NDP, right? The one talking about how they're lowering grocery costs for Manitoba families. It’s a nice thought, really. But here in Steinbach, where we track numbers like how many new homes went up off Highway 12 last quarter, we know that wishful thinking doesn't pay for the weekly run to Sobeys or that quick stop at the Co-op deli. A new report is saying grocery prices are still climbing, despite what that glossy paper suggests.

### The Real Cost in Steinbach

We know what it costs to feed a family here. With our growing population, especially with so many new families settling in, every dollar at the till matters. We’ve seen the lines at the Steinbach Credit Union, and people are budgeting tight. This isn't just a Winnipeg problem; it hits everyone from those working at Loewen Windows to the folks making deliveries for Barkman Concrete. When the province sends out mailers saying one thing and our wallets feel another, it creates a real disconnect. We need transparency, not just talking points.

* **The Claim:** Provincial government pamphlets state grocery prices are lower.

* **The Reality:** New reports indicate prices are still on the rise across Manitoba.

* **The Impact Here:** Steinbach families, already managing rapid growth and rising costs of living, feel the pinch directly, making these claims feel out of touch.

For a city that grew 11% in five years and prides itself on smart economic management, we understand the numbers. Families on our side of the Perimeter know exactly what they're paying for their essentials. Maybe the provincial government should spend less on pamphlets and more on actual solutions that show up in our budgets.

That's the buzz from Steinbach.

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