The cost of feeding a family of four in the Kenora and Rainy River districts continues to rise.The Northwestern Health Unit says its' now costing $918.00 a month to feed a family healthy food.
Public Health Dietitian Chelsea LeCain says that makes this area the most expensive in the province to buy basic foods.
Lecain says many residents don't eat well because they're reducing their food budget to help pay for other things like utilities and rent.
