Finance

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) New OAS, GIS, CPP Rates Announced: How Canadian Seniors Can Get Up to $3,247/Month in May 2025 Mark Carney Unveils Continue reading

The USD/CAD currency pair edged higher on Tuesday during North American trading hours, holding firm near the 1.3855 mark. The modest upward momentum comes as the US Dollar (USD) strengthens slightly, underpinned by market optimism over potential de-escalation in the ongoing US-China trade conflict. At the time of writing, the US Dollar Index (DXY), which Continue reading

A long-awaited payout is finally here for many current and former Government of Canada employees who were affected by the infamous Phoenix pay system debacle. If you were a casual, student, part-time, or short-term federal worker between 2016 and 2020 and experienced payroll issues, you may now be eligible for compensation of up to $875. Continue reading

If you’ve ever been a Verizon customer, you might be owed money—and you don’t even need to dig through your old bills to claim it. A recent $100 million Verizon class action settlement in 2025 is offering payments to eligible current and former users who were unknowingly charged administrative fees on their monthly bills. Here’s Continue reading

The Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) remains one of the most important financial assistance programs available to low-income seniors in Canada. With the rising cost of living in 2025, it’s more important than ever to understand the latest updates — especially regarding eligibility, payment amounts, key dates, and application steps for the GIS benefit. Let’s walk Continue reading

In welcome news for Canadian retirees, significant updates to the country’s key senior support programs — Old Age Security (OAS), Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS), and the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) — have officially been rolled out for May 2025. These adjustments aim to provide stronger financial protection against rising living costs and inflation, ensuring that Continue reading

As May 2025 approaches, many Canadians are gearing up for the next round of GST/HST credit payments. If you’re wondering about the amount you could receive, when the payment dates are, and who exactly is eligible, we’ve got everything clearly laid out for you. What is the GST/HST Credit? The Goods and Services Tax (GST)/Harmonized Continue reading

If you’ve ever checked your bank account and noticed a mysterious deposit labeled “Canada FPT Payment“, you’re not alone. Many Canadians wonder what this transaction is and where the money is coming from. In 2025, the Canada FPT Payment continues to be a key financial support tool from both the federal and provincial governments, helping Continue reading

As the cost of living continues to climb across the country, financial security has become more important than ever—especially for Canadian seniors. In 2025, the Canada Seniors Direct Deposit program remains a crucial part of how seniors receive their monthly government benefits safely, quickly, and efficiently. Whether you’re receiving Old Age Security (OAS), the Guaranteed Continue reading