I guess this is what happens when people start building survival shelters and stocking up on canned goods:
Retail sales edge higher in February: Canadian retail sales rose unexpectedly in February, led by home supplies, and food and beverage stores.
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"As for food and beverage stores, the increase mostly reflects higher sales at beer, wine and liquor stores."
Self medication.
Posted by: Patrick | April 23, 2009 at 12:05 PM
If I were holed up in a survival shelter, I'd certainly want some beer with me.
Posted by: Kuri | April 23, 2009 at 03:40 PM