It’s a conversation that bears repeating for Newfoundlanders and Labradorians: the price of food is going up— again.

Statistics Canada reported Tuesday that the average grocery bill increased by four per cent in September compared to the same time last year. Data also shows grocery prices have been trending upward since April 2024.

The overall inflation rate rose to 2.4 per cent in September. A limited supply of beef and coffee in the country have contributed to the higher rate.

Beef top sirloin cuts saw the largest price increase in N.L. over the last year, at 19.21 per cent, according to Statistics Canada.

Shoppers in St. John’s say they're feeling the pressure of increased costs.

‘It’s been really crazy’

CBC News spoke to people after their shopping trips at a Walmart parking lot

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