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....
Stay Healthy This Sick Season: Tips to Protect Yourself from Norovirus, COVID-19, Flu, and RSV
As winter approaches, so does the season of sniffles, coughs, and stomach bugs. Norovirus, COVID-19, flu, and RSV are all making their rounds, but there are steps you can take to protect yourself and stay healthy:
1. Practice Good Hand Hygiene
Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after using the bathroom, before eating, and after coming into contact with potentially contaminated surfaces. If soap and water aren't available, use a hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.
2. Handle Food Safely
Norovirus is often spread through contaminated food. Ensure that you wash fruits and vegetables thoroughly, cook shellfish properly, and avoid preparing food when you're sick.
3. Clean and Disinfect Surfaces
Regularly clean high-touch surfaces like doorknobs, light switches, and countertops with household cleaning products. Use a chlorine bleach solution or an EPA-registered disinfectant to clean areas contaminated by vomit or feces.
4. Wear Masks in Crowded Areas
Wearing an N95 or medical-grade mask can help reduce your exposure to respiratory viruses like COVID-19 and the flu. Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your elbow when you cough or sneeze.
5. Get Vaccinated
Stay up to date with your COVID-19 booster shots and get the annual flu vaccine. While there are no vaccines for norovirus or the common cold, getting vaccinated against flu and COVID-19 can significantly reduce your risk of severe illness.
6. Stay Home When Sick
If you're feeling unwell, stay home to avoid spreading illness to others. Isolate yourself until at least 48 hours after your symptoms have subsided.
7. Prioritize Rest and Hydration
Ensure you get plenty of rest and stay hydrated. Drink water and electrolyte solutions to help your body recover from illness.
By following these simple steps, you can help protect yourself and others from the common winter illnesses. Stay healthy and take care!
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