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 The GST/HST Credit Has a New Name — and a Bigger Payout The GST/HST credit has officially been replaced by the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit (CGEB) .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...
Escalating Protests in Bangladesh Result in Over 20 Deaths and Hundreds Injured
The unrest started in July when students called for an end to a quota system that reserved 30% of government jobs for relatives of veterans. The situation escalated into widespread violence, prompting authorities to close schools and universities, block internet access, and impose a shoot-on-sight curfew. Despite these measures, the protests have continued, with demonstrators urging non-cooperation by not paying taxes or utility bills and not showing up for work.
In Dhaka, the capital city, protesters attacked Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University, torching several vehicles. Police responded with tear gas to disperse crowds blocking major highways. The violence has spread to multiple districts, with reports of crude bombs being detonated and gunshots heard.
The ongoing clashes have resulted in significant casualties and widespread disruption, highlighting the deepening political crisis in Bangladesh.
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