Starting July 4, 2025, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) will implement a 2.7% increase in the Goods and Services Tax/Harmonized Sales Tax (GST/HST) credit. This adjustment aims to provide additional financial support to low- and modest-income Canadians amid rising living costs. Understanding the GST/HST Payment Credit Increase 2025 The GST/HST credit is a tax-free quarterly Continue reading
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$628 Canada Grocery Rebate 2025: Will Canadians Receive it in 2025 ? All We Know So Far!
With the rising cost of living, many Canadians are seeking relief from inflationary pressures, particularly in the grocery aisle. In 2025, discussions about a potential $628 grocery rebate have captured national attention. Here’s a detailed breakdown of what this rebate entails, eligibility criteria, and whether Canadians can expect such financial support this year. What is Continue reading
Mark Carney New GST/HST Housing Rebate 2025: Eligibility, Application Process, and Key Information for Homebuyers
Are you in the process of purchasing a newly built or substantially renovated home in Canada? You might be eligible for the GST/HST New Housing Rebate, which allows individuals to recover some of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) or the federal portion of the Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) paid on the purchase of a Continue reading
Families in Canada Getting More Money in May 2025: Child Tax Benefit Payment Increases and Provincial Bonuses Explained
Families in Canada are getting some extra money from the government next week, and if you’re raising children under 18, you may be one of the beneficiaries. The Canada Child Benefit (CCB), a tax-free monthly payment provided by the federal government to help with the cost of raising children, is set to be deposited on Continue reading
CPP Survivor Benefits 2025: Complete Guide to Eligibility, Payment Amounts, and How Long You Can Receive It
If you’ve lost a spouse or common-law partner, the Government of Canada provides financial support through CPP survivor benefits. This benefit helps survivors manage living costs after the death of a contributor to the Canada Pension Plan (CPP). In this 2025 guide, we cover everything you need to know about CPP survivor benefits—from eligibility and Continue reading
Health Canada Recall: These Kids’ Products Linked to Brain Damage Risk
Health Canada has expanded an urgent recall of Boutique Chic-branded children’s jewellery after laboratory testing revealed dangerously high levels of lead — a toxic metal known to cause permanent developmental harm in young children. This recall, first issued on May 6, 2025, now includes spinner necklaces, bracelets, and rings that were widely available across Canada Continue reading
Canada Pension Payment for May 2025 Arrives Soon — Here’s How Much You’ll Get and When
If you’re a Canadian senior relying on monthly pension benefits, you’ll be glad to know that the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) payment for May 2025 is arriving soon. With inflation still pinching household budgets and fixed incomes stretched thin, every deposit matters — and CPP remains a vital source of financial support for millions across Continue reading
Guelph FreshCo Grocery Store Damaged as Vehicle Crashes Through Front Entrance; 75-Year-Old Driver Charged
SUV Smashes Into FreshCo Storefront in Evening Incident A quiet evening turned chaotic on Wednesday night in Guelph after a vehicle crashed through the front entrance of a local FreshCo grocery store. Emergency services were called to the scene at 8:02 p.m. after reports of a white Jeep smashing into the building on Speedvale Avenue. Continue reading
Durham Police Lay 112 Charges After Undercover Gun and Drug Trafficking Investigation Across Ontario
Months-Long Probe Leads to Major Firearms and Narcotics Bust An extensive undercover operation conducted by Durham Regional Police has resulted in the arrest of 10 suspects and the laying of more than 112 criminal charges in connection with gun and drug trafficking across southern Ontario. The operation, code-named Project Venture, was launched in November 2024 Continue reading
CRA Benefits Coming in May 2025: Payment Dates, Amounts & Eligibility Guide
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) offers various benefit programs to support Canadians. Here’s a detailed guide to the benefits scheduled for May 2025, including payment dates, amounts, and eligibility criteria. 1. Canada Child Benefit (CCB) Canada FPT Payment 2025: Full Guide to Dates, Eligibility, and Provincial Benefits for Canadians Canada Seniors Direct Deposit 2025: Everything Continue reading