Minister Chartrand in Winnipeg to highlight affordability measures

Minister Chartrand in Winnipeg to highlight affordability measures

Canada News Centre
30 Jan 2026, 02:40 GMT+

Winnipeg, Manitoba - Please be advised that the Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, will discuss the Government of Canada's plan to build a stronger economy and make life more affordable for Canadians.

Minister Chartrand will highlight the most recent measures announced by the Government, which include the new Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit, as well as initiatives to tackle food insecurity. A media availability will follow.

Date: Friday, January 30, 2026

Time: 9:00 a.m. (CT)

Where:
Harvest MB Meals2Go / Asihcikan Project
563/567 Notre Dame Ave, Winnipeg, MB

Members of the media are asked to contact CIRNAC Media Relations at [email protected] to confirm their attendance.

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