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You Could Be Owed Up to $5,000: The CRA Data Breach Settlement, Explained

  August 21, 2026 If you had a Government of Canada online account back in 2020, it's worth five minutes to check whether you're eligible for a payout. Claims are now open in an $8.7-million federal settlement tied to a wave of 2020 cyberattacks on Canada Revenue Agency and other Government of Canada accounts. If your CRA My Account, My Service Canada Account, or another GCKey-linked account was compromised, you may be entitled to compensation — in some cases, up to $5,000. Here's what happened, who qualifies, and exactly how to file before the deadline. What happened Between June and August 2020, hackers used "credential stuffing" — testing stolen usernames and passwords from other data leaks against government login pages — to break into thousands of Government of Canada online accounts. In some cases, attackers viewed confidential personal and financial information; in others, they used stolen access to file fraudulent claims for pandemic-era benefits like CERB...
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Heat Wave Continues: Record-Breaking Highs and Global Impact

 

The scorching heat wave gripping much of the United States shows no signs of relenting. As forecasters issue warnings about record-breaking temperatures, millions of Americans find themselves under heat advisories. Here’s what you need to know:

U.S. Heat Wave Highlights

  • Affected Regions: The extreme heat has shifted from the Midwest and Ohio Valley into the Mid-Atlantic states. Approximately 100 million people, particularly along the I-95 corridor on the East Coast, are feeling the heat.
  • Temperature Projections: While parts of the Northeast may experience cooler temperatures in the 70s and 80s, the mid-Atlantic region is forecasted to reach the mid-90s and possibly even the 100s. New York City’s heat index could reach 103, Philadelphia’s 110, and Washington, D.C.'s 110.
  • Southwestern U.S.: Southern California, Arizona, and Nevada are also bracing for temperatures above 100°F. Meteorologists predict “monsoon-like” conditions in the region.
  • Health Impact: Emergency room visits related to heat have surged in the hardest-hit U.S. regions. Reliable air conditioning is crucial for coping with this prolonged heat.

Global Heat Trends

  • Europe: Serbia recorded temperatures of 104°F, while forest fires raged in Greece and Portugal. The European Union’s climate change monitoring service reports 12 consecutive months of record warmth.
  • Southeast Asia: The heat wave triggered school closures and health warnings.

Stay safe, stay hydrated, and seek shelter from the scorching sun. Let’s all work together to beat the heat! 


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