How BC Quietly Pushed up the Cost of Milk

19/08/2024
How BC Quietly Pushed up the Cost of Milk

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Episode Synopsis

Two years ago when B.C. introduced a deposit on milk and similar containers it shifted a $22.9-million-a-year cost onto consumers. But government documents say there is no evidence the added fees have led to an increase in containers recycled. Andrew MacLeod, Tyee legislative bureau chief, reports. Published Aug. 19, 2024.

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