Secretary of State Sarai to highlight government investments in grocery affordability

June 4, 2026 - The Honourable Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State (International Development), will make an announcement in Surrey, British Columbia to mark the first payment of the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit.

Date: Friday, June 5, 2026

Time: 9:30 AM PDT

Location: Surrey, British Columbia

Notes for members of the media:

Members of the media who wish to attend this event are asked to register by email at [email protected] to receive further details. Attendees should arrive no later than 9:15 AM PDT for the press conference. A feed box will not be available onsite and media representatives should bring their own microphones.

There will also be an opportunity to capture b-roll footage with the Secretary of State following the announcement. Media interested in this opportunity should indicate so when they RSVP.

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