Finance

Ontario Works (OW) is a social assistance program designed to help individuals and families in financial need by providing financial support for basic living expenses. If you are wondering how much you can expect to receive in Ontario Works payments in 2025, this article breaks down the key details to help you understand the amounts Continue reading

Many Canadians are wondering if they will receive a GST/HST Credit payment in August 2025. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has confirmed that there will be no GST/HST Credit payment issued during this month. Understanding the official schedule is important to know when to expect this federal benefit. All CRA Benefits Direct Deposit Dates August Continue reading

With inflation on the rise and food prices continuing to climb, many Canadians are feeling the financial pressure. According to Statistics Canada, the inflation rate increased to 1.9% in June, up from 1.7% in May. Grocery costs rose even more sharply, with food purchased from stores up 2.8%. In response, several federal and provincial benefits Continue reading

After more than 18 months of negotiations, Canada Post and its unionized postal workers have yet to reach a final agreement. Even after the federal jobs minister gave a mandate for progress more than three weeks ago, no date has been set for a worker vote on Canada Post’s so-called “final” offer. While the standoff Continue reading

As a new wave of federal payments begins rolling out this month, low-income workers across Canada could be in for a welcome financial boost. Thanks to updates from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), the Canada Workers Benefit (CWB)—a tax credit designed to support working Canadians with modest incomes—is increasing in value for 2025. Here’s everything Continue reading

A Closer Look at the One-Percentage-Point Reduction in the Lowest Income Tax Bracket Starting July 1, 2025, the Canadian federal government will reduce the lowest marginal personal income tax rate from 15% to 14%. This strategic change is designed to deliver meaningful relief to middle-class Canadians, benefiting millions of taxpayers across the country. How Much Continue reading

For many Canadians, retirement has long been visualized as a finish line — a specific date marked on a calendar when career ends and leisure begins. Yet, that narrative is evolving. Increasingly, people are choosing — or needing — to stay active in the workforce well beyond age 65. Whether by choice, financial necessity, or Continue reading

As July kicks off, so does a brand-new benefit year for government payments in Ontario — and with the rising cost of living, now’s the perfect time to find out whether you’re eligible for extra financial support. One of the most impactful benefits for lower- and middle-income Ontarians is the Ontario Trillium Benefit (OTB) — Continue reading

Several key federal and provincial government benefit payments are scheduled throughout July 2025. These payments include long-standing programs such as the Canada Child Benefit (CCB), Old Age Security (OAS), and the Ontario Trillium Benefit (OTB), along with newly introduced payments under the Canada Disability Benefit program. This guide breaks down when each payment is coming, Continue reading

Dell Canada Hit With $2.1M Lawsuit Settlement Over Customer Scam Calls If you’ve ever received a suspicious tech support call claiming to be from Dell, you’re not alone — and now, you could be eligible for compensation. A Nova Scotia court has approved a $2.1 million class action settlement involving Dell Canada and its U.S. Continue reading