“Shoplifting is up in my riding. $10 billion is lost to shoplifting every year. Businesses pay more for security. Customers pay more for goods. The system isn't stopping offenders. The government needs to take real action now.”
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A statement about the shoplifting 'crisis' and its effects on public safety, affordability, and confidence in the justice system. The member cited a 66% increase over the past decade and $10 billion in annual losses.