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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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Israel Intensifies Operations with Strikes on Former Syrian Army Barracks

 

   
                                            Operations of IDF troops in southern Syria, August 20, 2025.


Israel carried out a series of airstrikes on Wednesday targeting former army barracks in Kiswa, located in the southwestern countryside of Damascus, according to Syrian state media and military sources. The attack marked the second strike in the area within 24 hours, underscoring a sharp escalation in Israeli military activity in southern Syria.

The Kiswa region, along with nearby Jabal Manea, once served as a key stronghold for pro-Iranian militias during the Assad era. Syrian officials condemned the strikes as a violation of sovereignty, while Israel maintained its long-standing policy of declining comment on foreign reports.

The latest operation comes amid ongoing security talks between Damascus and Israel, aimed at reducing tensions after months of cross-border incidents. No immediate reports of casualties or damage were released, but the strikes follow a deadly drone attack a day earlier that killed six Syrian soldiers near the same location.

Analysts note that the timing of the strikes—coinciding with diplomatic engagement—signals Israel’s intent to maintain military pressure while negotiations unfold. The situation remains fluid, with regional observers warning of potential further escalation.

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