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  Sunday, July 19, 2026 If you've relied on the quarterly GST/HST credit, that name is gone for good. Here's what replaced it, how much more it's worth, and whether you need to do anything to get it. For years, the GST/HST credit quietly landed in millions of Canadian bank accounts every three months — a modest, tax-free top-up meant to offset sales tax on everyday purchases. As of this month, that program no longer exists under its old name. It's now the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit (CGEB) , and the federal government has permanently increased the payment by 25%, locked in for five years. If you already qualified for the GST/HST credit, you don't need to apply for anything new. But you should know what changed, because the numbers — and the timeline — are more involved than a simple rename. What actually changed The CGEB was first announced by the federal government in January 2026 as part of a broader affordability push, and it became law with the passa...

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Parmesan Crusted Chicke

 


For Breading

  • ½ cup all purpose flour
  • eggs
  • ⅔ cup seasoned Italian bread crumbs 
  • ⅓ cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh herbs, such as thyme, parsley, chives or rosemary

For Chicken

  • 3-4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1½ pounds), pounded ¼"-thick (see note)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • Lemon wedges, for serving

  • INSTRUCTIONS


  • 1. Prepare the Breading Stations: Set up three shallow bowls. Fill the first with flour, the second with beaten eggs, and the third with a mixture of bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and chopped fresh herbs.

    2. Season the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.

    3. Bread the Chicken: Dredge each chicken breast in flour, then dip in the egg mixture, and finally coat with the bread crumb mixture.

    4. Cook the Chicken: Heat oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Cook the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.

    5. Serve: Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

    This dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. Enjoy!


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