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Canada's New Groceries & Essentials Benefit: What It Means for Your Wallet in 2026

  Big news for Canadian households: the federal government has just unveiled the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit — and if you qualify, money could land in your bank account as early as June 2026 . With the cost of living still squeezing budgets from coast to coast, this is one announcement you don't want to miss. Here's everything you need to know — and more importantly, how to make the most of it. How Much Money Are We Talking? The amounts are significant. According to the federal government's Spring Economic Update 2026: Families of four: Up to $1,890 in 2026, and approximately $1,400/year for the next four years. Single individuals: Up to $950 this year, and around $700/year through 2030. Payments begin: June 2026 This benefit is a 25% increase on the former GST Credit , now renamed and boosted for five years. If you already receive the GST Credit, you should automatically be considered — no new application needed. 📌 Bonus: The government has also made th...
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Healthy Kids Recipes: Carrot Cookie Bites


Carrot Cookie Bites


Ingredients

  • 2/3 cup shortening
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 2 cups quick-cooking oats
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans



Directions

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, cream shortening and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in the eggs, buttermilk and vanilla. Combine the flour, cinnamon, salt, baking powder, baking soda, nutmeg and cloves; gradually add to creamed mixture. Stir in the oats, carrots and pecans.
  • Drop dough by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake until lightly browned, 6-8 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.

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