Money Dates | Canadian Money Brief What's Paid, Due or Changing This Week Week of Monday, November 16, 2026 Three dates matter this week: a big inflation report on Monday, then two benefit payments on Thursday and Friday. Here is the week, plus what is coming over the next five weeks. This Week: Nov 16 to 22 Date What What to know Mon, Nov 16 8:30 am ET October inflation report (CPI) Statistics Canada's CPI for October. September came in at 3.1%, up from 3.0% in August. The Bank of Canada watches this before its Dec 9 decision. Thu, Nov 19 Canada Disability Benefit Up to $204.20 a month. Paid on the third Thursday of each month. Fri, Nov 20 Canada Child Benefit (CCB) Up to $679.75 a month for each child under 6 and $573.58 for each child aged 6 to 17, for families under the income threshold. Not this week: CPP and OAS (Nov 26). The Groceries and Essentials Benefit, formerly the GST/HST credit, is not paid again until Jan 5, 2027. The Ontario Trillium Benefit was paid Nov 10....
Celestial Spectacle: Final Supermoon of 2024 and Meteor Shower Light Up the Sky
Stargazers are in for a treat this Friday night as the final Supermoon of 2024 graces the sky, accompanied by the dazzling Leonid meteor shower. This celestial event promises a spectacular display, with the Full Beaver Moon reaching its peak illumination at 4:29 PM EST.
A Supermoon occurs when the Moon is at its closest point to Earth, making it appear larger and brighter than usual. This is the fourth and final Supermoon of the year, and it won’t be until October 2025 that we witness another one.
Adding to the night’s splendor, the Leonid meteor shower will peak, offering the chance to see up to 15 meteors per hour under ideal conditions. However, the bright Supermoon may obscure all but the brightest meteors. For the best viewing experience, try to catch the meteors during the early morning hours when the Moon is lower in the sky.
Don’t miss this opportunity to witness one of the year’s most stunning astronomical events. Whether you’re an avid astronomer or just enjoy gazing at the night sky, this Supermoon and meteor shower combination is sure to be a memorable sight.
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