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Canadian seniors may receive a substantial direct deposit of up to $3,247 from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) in May 2025.This total combines payments from the Canada Pension Plan (CPP), Old Age Security (OAS), and the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS).These benefits are designed to provide financial support to seniors, especially those with low incomes. May Continue reading

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 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

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

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

As summer kicks off and vacation plans start taking shape, one small town in British Columbia is gaining attention for all the right reasons. Tucked away in the southern Okanagan Valley, Oliver, B.C. offers lakeside tranquility, vineyard views, and sunshine-filled days — all without the crowds. Recently highlighted as one of Canada’s best small towns Continue reading

If you’ve been waiting for the perfect time to explore Toronto’s most iconic, historic, and rarely accessible landmarks, that time is now. Doors Open Toronto 2025 returns on Saturday, May 24, and Sunday, May 25, offering a rare and free opportunity to step inside more than 150 buildings across the city. This year’s theme, “Play,” Continue reading

If you’re dreaming of salty ocean air, colourful fishing shacks, and landscapes that look like they’ve been pulled straight from a postcard, there’s one East Coast destination that should be at the top of your summer vacation list: Peggy’s Cove, Nova Scotia. Just a short drive from Halifax, this enchanting fishing village delivers the kind Continue reading

Pride Month officially kicks off in June, and Toronto is gearing up for a city-wide celebration of love, identity, and community. From lively parades and high-energy pool parties to elegant drag dinners and inclusive markets, there’s something for everyone — whether you’re a longtime advocate or a first-time ally. Before the big parade closes out Continue reading