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Grocery Benefit Pays Monday, Oct. 5: What You'll Actually Get — and Who Gets $0

  The second Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit (CGEB) payment lands Monday, Oct. 5, and it's the last one of 2026. Some households will see $222.50. Others will see nothing. Here's how to tell which group you're in. At a glance Payment date: Monday, Oct. 5, 2026 (tax-free) Maximum per payment: $169.75 single, $222.50 couple, plus $58.50 per child under 19 Based on: your 2025 tax return Next payments: January and April 2027 Check which number you're reading: yearly or per payment A lot of coverage this week quotes $679 for singles and $890 for couples. Those are the yearly maximums for the July 2026 to June 2027 benefit year, paid in four quarterly instalments. What arrives Monday is one quarter of that. Household Max per year Max per payment Single, no children $679 $169.75 Married or common-law $890 $222.50 Each child under 19 (added on) $234 $58.50 First child in a single-parent family $445 $111.25 Most households get less than the maximum The CGEB is incom...

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Bitcoin Hits Record High, Analysts Predict $100,000 Milestone

 

Bitcoin surged to a new all-time high this week, surpassing $70,000 amid growing optimism about institutional adoption and a favorable regulatory outlook. The milestone has reignited discussions about the cryptocurrency’s potential to reach $100,000, a target long anticipated by bullish investors and analysts.

The rally comes as major financial institutions increasingly embrace Bitcoin. Recent developments, including the approval of Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and heightened interest from large asset managers, have fueled demand. Additionally, global economic uncertainties and inflation concerns have bolstered Bitcoin’s appeal as a hedge.

Market experts suggest the psychological $100,000 mark could be achievable by early 2025 if current trends persist. “Bitcoin’s scarcity, combined with growing institutional involvement, creates a strong foundation for long-term growth,” said a report from Glassnode.

However, analysts caution against potential volatility, noting that Bitcoin’s price movements often correlate with shifts in market sentiment and macroeconomic developments.

As Bitcoin continues its upward trajectory, its role in the global financial ecosystem appears increasingly significant, sparking renewed interest from retail and institutional investors alike.


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