For thousands of Canadians unable to work due to a severe and prolonged disability, the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) Disability Benefit is a lifeline. In 2025, the program is seeing a notable boost, ensuring payments remain aligned with inflation and cost-of-living increases. This adjustment is part of the broader CPP Enhancement strategy, aimed at strengthening … Read more
As winter approaches, Canadian households are preparing for another round of federal support through the Carbon Tax Rebate, formally known as the Climate Action Incentive Payment (CAIP). Rising energy costs have put increased pressure on family budgets, particularly when it comes to home heating and transportation. The Winter 2025 rebate is designed to ease this … Read more
Low-income seniors in Canada are set to receive some long-awaited financial relief this summer. Beginning July 2025, the federal government will introduce a \$1,395 annual increase to the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS), adding roughly \$116.25 per month to the budgets of eligible retirees. This boost comes as inflation and rising costs continue to strain seniors’ … Read more
As the cost of education continues to rise across Canada, students are set to receive welcome relief in the form of a Canada Student Grant Increase for 2025. Announced by the federal government, this initiative boosts non-repayable grants by up to 20 percent, helping more than 700,000 students cover tuition, textbooks, housing, and daily living … Read more
Canada’s low-income seniors are set to receive a meaningful financial boost beginning in July 2025. The federal government has officially confirmed a \$1,395 annual increase to the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS), translating to an additional \$116.25 every month for those who qualify. With grocery bills climbing, rent and utilities rising, and inflation continuing to pressure … Read more
Millions of Canadians are now seeing higher Canada Carbon Rebate (CCR) deposits land in their bank accounts for 2025. With carbon pricing reaching new levels and inflation squeezing household budgets, the federal government has increased payments to ensure families aren’t unfairly burdened by climate policy. The CCR—previously known as the Climate Action Incentive Payment (CAIP)—is … Read more
For thousands of Canadians living with severe and prolonged disabilities, 2025 brings a much-needed financial boost. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has confirmed that eligible individuals—or their supporting family members—can receive up to \$8,986 in Disability Tax Credit (DTC) refunds this year. At a time when inflation continues to weigh heavily on household budgets, this … Read more
The loss of a spouse is among life’s most difficult experiences, bringing both emotional grief and financial uncertainty. To ease that burden, the Canadian government is strengthening support for surviving spouses through the Survivor’s Pension Program, often referred to as the \$3555 Widow Pension in 2025. Managed by Service Canada and the Canada Revenue Agency … Read more
Rumors of a \$978 grocery rebate from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) have ignited conversations nationwide. With the cost of food and household essentials climbing to record highs in 2025, many Canadians are hopeful that Ottawa will introduce new measures to ease the burden. But here’s the reality: as of now, there is no confirmed … Read more
As Canadians continue to face rising costs of living, the federal government has confirmed an Extra GST Payment in 2025, designed to support low- and modest-income households. This one-time supplemental aid, administered by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), comes as part of Ottawa’s ongoing affordability measures, helping families cover essentials such as food, housing, and … Read more