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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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Devastating Storms Leave U.S. South and Midwest Reeling


A relentless storm system has wreaked havoc across the U.S. South and Midwest, leaving communities grappling with rising rivers and widespread destruction. Torrential rains and powerful tornadoes have claimed at least 18 lives, with Tennessee bearing the brunt of the fatalities. 

Floodwaters have inundated homes, roads, and critical infrastructure, prompting evacuations and emergency responses in states like Kentucky, Arkansas, and Missouri. The National Weather Service has issued warnings for major flood stages in multiple locations, forecasting continued threats as waterways swell. 

Amid the chaos, utilities have scrambled to shut off power and gas, while cities deploy sandbags to protect homes and businesses. The storms have also disrupted air travel, with hundreds of flights canceled or delayed. 

As communities brace for more rainfall and potential tornadoes, the resilience of those affected shines through. Emergency crews and volunteers are working tirelessly to provide aid and support to those in need. 

The devastation serves as a stark reminder of the power of nature and the importance of preparedness in the face of extreme weather events.

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