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CTV National News for Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026: Inflation slows to 2.3 per cent, but Canada faces highest food inflation in G7

CTV National News for Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026: Inflation slows to 2.3 per cent, but Canada faces highest food inflation in G7

CTV National News · CTV News

February 18, 202623m 23s

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Inflation eased to 2.3 per cent with savings in gas, shelter and cell plans, but Canada now has the highest food inflation rate among G7 nations; as the cost of living shows Atlantic Canadians facing higher inflation and steeper grocery bills than much of the country; and the prime minister unveiled a multi-billion dollar defence plan aimed at boosting Canadian firms, securing contracts at home and creating jobs nationwide.