/R E P E A T — Media advisory – Secretary of State Belanger to highlight affordability measures/

WHITEHORSE, YK, March 4, 2026 /CNW/ – The Honourable Buckley Belanger, Secretary of State for Rural Development, will discuss the Government of Canada’s plan to build a stronger economy and make life more affordable for Canadians.

Secretary of State Belanger 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: Thursday, March 5, 2026

Time: 10:30 am (YST)

Location:

Wyke’s Independent Grocer

5-303 Ogilvie Street

Whitehorse, Yukon

Members of the media are asked to contact ISED Media Relations at media@ised-isde.gc.ca to confirm their attendance.

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