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Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit: What You Need to Know About Tomorrow's Payment

  If you've ever received a GST/HST credit payment from the CRA, there's a good chance money is landing in your bank account tomorrow — and this time, it could be noticeably bigger than usual. On June 5, 2026 , the federal government is issuing a one-time top-up payment to more than 12 million eligible Canadians as part of the transition to the new Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit (CGEB) . Here's what the payment is, how much you could receive, and what changes are coming in July. What Is the June 5 Payment? The June 5 deposit is a one-time GST/HST credit top-up — equal to 50% of your annual GST/HST credit entitlement for the 2025–26 benefit year. Think of it as a bonus mid-year payment on top of your regular quarterly schedule. This payment is part of the federal government's bridge between the old GST/HST credit and the new Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit, which officially launches in July 2026. The goal is to get money into Canadians' hands now, b...

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Your lookahead horoscope: December 8, 2024

 

HOROSCOPES IF TODAY IS YOUR BIRTHDAY

Every word you say will be taken seriously by other people over the coming year and because you are a bit of a joker that could cause problems. Try to remember that not everyone is as sharp as you mentally, or shares your warped sense of humour!

ARIES (March 21 - April 20):

Cosmic activity in the area of your chart that governs hopes and wishes means if there is something you desire you must let others know so they can get it for you. You appear to be extremely popular at the moment, so make the most of it.

TAURUS (April 21 - May 21):

Your imagination will move into overdrive this week and you will come up with all sorts of weird and wonderful ideas. However, not all of them will be viable, so be selective and only go with those that stand a reasonable chance of success.

GEMINI (May 22 - June 21):

Anyone foolish enough to disagree with you over the next few days is going to wish they had kept their doubts to themselves. You are in no mood to listen to criticism, not even from people whose opinions you trust. You’re right, they’re wrong, that’s it!

CANCER (June 22 - July 23):

You can get just about anyone to do just about anything for you now but that is not an invitation to start asking them to do everything. Do as much for yourself as you can this week and only call for assistance when you genuinely need it.

LEO (July 24 - Aug. 23):

It will pay you to be a bit secretive about your plans and ideas over the next few days. If you let slip information that could be of benefit to your rivals they won’t hesitate to take advantage of it, leaving less room for you to impress.

VIRGO (Aug. 24 - Sept. 23):

The message of the stars for the coming week is that it will pay you to be suspicious of someone who wants your backing for their latest big idea. It might sound like a winner and a money-spinner but the planets warn it has serious flaws.

LIBRA (Sept. 24 - Oct. 23):

Your optimistic mood is such that you could easily overdo it and take on challenges that eat into your time and energy more than you expected. Be selective about what you commit yourself to. This is one of those occasions when less can be more.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22):

Ignore whatever advice comes your way from family and friends and follow your instincts to the letter. That may put you at odds with people who love you but they will love you even more when they realize you know exactly what you are doing.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 - Dec. 21):

You may be the life and soul of the party but don’t get carried away. Just because you are popular now doesn’t mean you can say and do things that are likely to upset other people. You could go from hero to zero in a matter of minutes.


CAPRICORN (Dec. 22 - Jan. 20):

If you get the chance to do a good deed for someone this week then take it and don’t ask for or expect anything in return. One small act of kindness will not only help them out but will make you feel good about yourself as well, and that’s priceless.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 - Feb. 19):

If something is on your mind this week then you must come out and say it, even though you know that not everyone will be happy with the message you have to convey. You have never been the sort to seek popularity and maybe that’s just as well!

PISCES (Feb. 20 - Mar. 20):

You are in one of those moods when the thought of failure does not enter your head and you will take any risk to make a name for yourself. Will you succeed beyond your wildest dreams? Or will you fall flat on your face? You’ll have fun finding out.

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