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The GST/HST Credit Has a New Name — And It's Paying 25% More

  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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Hamas Signals Openness to Gaza Ceasefire as Mediators Await Israeli Reply

 

                                             Palestinians rush to collect humanitarian aid packages.   

Qatar has confirmed that Hamas has given a “positive response” to a new proposal aimed at halting the war in Gaza, raising cautious hopes for a breakthrough in the long-running conflict. The plan, reportedly similar to one previously accepted by Israel, includes a 60-day truce, the partial release of hostages held in Gaza, and the freeing of Palestinian prisoners.

While Hamas has indicated readiness to move forward without amendments, Israel has yet to issue an official reply. Senior Israeli officials maintain that any agreement must include the release of all remaining hostages.

The development comes amid intense fighting, with Israeli forces continuing operations in Gaza City and other areas, resulting in dozens of casualties in the past 24 hours. Mediators from Qatar, Egypt, and the United States are urging both sides to seize the opportunity to de-escalate, warning that failure to do so could deepen the humanitarian crisis.

Public pressure is mounting in Israel, where large demonstrations have called for an end to the war and the safe return of captives. In Gaza, civilians remain trapped in increasingly dire conditions, with aid agencies warning of severe shortages of food, shelter, and medical supplies.

If accepted, the proposal could pave the way for renewed negotiations toward a lasting ceasefire — but for now, the next move lies with Israel.

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