Thursday, July 9, 2026 Every July, a wave of federal benefit payments resets for the new benefit year — and 2026 brings one of the biggest shifts in years. Between a permanent 25% boost to the old GST/HST credit, a fresh Canada Child Benefit increase, and the largest quarterly OAS bump of the year, millions of Canadian households will see different numbers land in their accounts this month. Here's what actually changed, and what to check in your own CRA account. The GST/HST Credit Has a New Name — and a Bigger Payout The GST/HST credit has officially been replaced by the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit (CGEB) . It's not a new program from scratch — it runs on the same CRA infrastructure and eligibility rules — but the payment amounts are 25% higher, and that increase is locked in for five years. The first CGEB payment went out on July 3, 2026. Under the new structure: A single individual with no children can receive up to roughly $679 per year (about $170 per quart...
"Strength does not come from physical capacity. It comes from an indomitable will.” by Mahatma Gandhi
This quote by Mahatma Gandhi is a powerful reminder that strength is not just a physical attribute, but a mental and emotional one as well.
Mahatma Gandhi, was the leader of the Indian independence movement and a champion of nonviolence. He demonstrated his indomitable will in his nonviolent resistance against British colonial rule in India, inspiring millions of people to follow his example.
He showed that strength comes from conviction, courage, and perseverance, not from brute force or violence. This quote can inspire us to overcome our own challenges and difficulties with the same spirit of determination and resilience.
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