Canadian families with children under 18 will have a new reason to breathe a little easier. The Canadian government is rolling out the Canada Family Benefit (CFB), a financial assistance program designed to provide $445 per month to eligible households. Here’s everything you need to know about when you’ll get paid and how to claim … Read more
Canadian seniors and retirees have been eagerly waiting for the official CPP and OAS deposit schedule for October 2025, and Service Canada has now confirmed the date. Both the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and the Old Age Security (OAS) payments will be deposited on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. These monthly benefits form a crucial part … Read more
Starting January 2025, the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) Survivor Benefit will see a major increase, giving more financial support to widows, widowers, and common-law partners of deceased contributors. This boost is designed to help survivors better manage the rising cost of living while providing essential income replacement after the loss of a loved one. What … Read more
The CRA $680 one-time payment is a targeted financial relief measure designed to help Canadians manage rising costs in 2025. The payment is aimed primarily at low- and middle-income households, seniors, and families receiving government benefits such as the Canada Child Benefit (CCB) or the GST/HST credit. This tax-free payment will be distributed by the … Read more
In 2025, Canada’s minimum wage landscape underwent major changes as federal and provincial governments moved to counteract the effects of persistent inflation and rising living costs. While the federal minimum wage increased, many provinces and territories introduced their own wage hikes—creating a complex patchwork of rates across the country. These adjustments, though aimed at boosting … Read more
The $3,000 GST/HST Rebate is a major expansion of Canada’s existing tax relief program. It is designed to cushion households from the relentless rise in living expenses, particularly food, rent, and utilities. Unlike many other benefits, this rebate is completely tax-free, meaning recipients keep the entire amount without deductions. The program’s automatic nature ensures that … Read more
In August 2025, eligible Canadians will automatically receive a one-time, tax-free $250 relief payment from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). This initiative comes as part of the government’s effort to help households manage the continuing impact of rising inflation. The program is straightforward: there is no application process. Instead, the CRA determines eligibility based on … Read more
The Alberta Disability Assistance Program is a new program that is being introduced by the Alberta Govt. to help people with disabilities who want to work but still need financial and health support. For many years, the main support for Albertans with disabilities has been the AISH program. AISH and Its Limitations The Assured Income … Read more
The Government of Canada, through the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), continues to provide vital financial relief to individuals and families through the GST/HST Tax Credit. This program is designed to offset some of the sales taxes paid on everyday goods and services, helping low- and middle-income households manage rising costs. For September 2025, qualified Canadians … Read more
The $200 Monthly Support Canada Disability Tax Credit is one of the vital financial lifelines for Canadians living with disabilities. As of 2025, this non-taxable benefit remains unchanged and continues to help households manage everyday expenses and medical costs during a period of rising living costs. Administered by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), the Disability … Read more