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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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Tax season is upon us, and staying informed can make the process smoother and less stressful. Here are some essential updates and tips for the 2025 tax-filing season:

  •  Important Deadlines: 
    •    The deadline for most individuals to file and pay taxes is April 30, 2025. 
    •    Self-employed individuals have until June 16, 2025, to file, but any taxes owed must still be paid by April 30 to avoid interest.

  • New Changes:
    •   Federal income tax brackets have been adjusted to account for inflation, with rates ranging from 15% for earnings up to $57,375 to 33% for earnings above $253,414.
      • The contribution limit for Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSPs) has increased to $32,490.
    •  The Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) contribution room remains at $7,000 for 2025.

  •  Digital Services Enhancements:
    • The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) now offers a document verification service for quicker access to online accounts.
    • A live chat feature is available in the CRA's "My Account" portal for personalized assistance.

  • Filing Tips:
    • File early to avoid last-minute stress and ensure quicker refunds.
    • Double-check all tax slips and receipts to claim every eligible credit and deduction.
    • Consider seeking help from free tax clinics if you have a modest income and a simple tax situation.

By staying organized and informed, you can make the most of this tax season and potentially maximize your refund.



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