In recent months, the Canadian senior community has been abuzz with a hot question: Is the federal government really giving seniors a \$3,500 Old Age Security (OAS) payment in 2025? This rumor has spread quickly through Facebook posts, forwarded emails, and even casual coffee shop conversations. For many retirees struggling with high grocery prices, rising … Read more
Canadian seniors who rely on Old Age Security (OAS) for monthly income will see their next payment arrive at the end of August 2025 — and the amount remains slightly higher than earlier this year thanks to recent inflation adjustments. For those aged 65 and older, OAS remains one of the most important federal programs, … Read more
As rental costs continue to climb across Canada, the federal government is stepping in with targeted financial assistance. The newly announced Rent Relief Canada 2025 will provide a one-time, tax-free payment of \$430 to eligible renters this August, aiming to ease the financial strain caused by high housing costs. The payment is designed to reach … Read more
With grocery bills climbing, fuel costs hitting wallets hard, and heating expenses on the rise, even small boosts in household income can make a big difference. That’s why the proposed \$500 increase to Canada’s Carbon Rebate in 2025 is drawing nationwide attention. Officially known as the Canada Carbon Rebate (CCR), this quarterly payment is designed … Read more
Canadians caring for seniors or adults with disabilities will soon have access to two powerful new federal programs — one aimed at helping make homes more inclusive, and the other designed to provide ongoing monthly income support. Starting in June 2025, homeowners can claim a \$7,500 refundable tax credit for building a self-contained suite for … Read more
Raising kids is expensive—especially in an era of rising grocery prices, rent, and daycare fees. To help ease this financial burden, the Canadian government is rolling out a brand-new support measure: the Canada Family Benefit (CFB). Starting January 2025, qualifying families will receive \$445 per month per household. What is the Canada Family Benefit? The … Read more
With inflation weighing heavily on household budgets, many Canadian seniors are keeping an eye out for any news about increased pension benefits. Recently, rumors have circulated online claiming that the federal government will provide a one-time \$3,800 pension boost in 2025. While that would certainly be welcome news, the claim is false. In this article, … Read more
Big news for millions of Canadians—a one-time \$2,200 tax-free direct deposit is coming in October 2025, confirmed by the federal government. This financial relief payment is aimed at helping seniors, low-income individuals, and people with disabilities cope with the ongoing high cost of living. If you’re already receiving federal benefits like Old Age Security (OAS), … Read more
With rising prices putting more pressure on household budgets in 2025, the Canadian government has announced a one-time extra GST/HST credit aimed at supporting low- and middle-income Canadians. This tax-free top-up payment will be issued in July 2025, designed to ease the burden of daily expenses like groceries, transportation, and utility bills. Here’s a full … Read more
The Government of Canada has confirmed a new one-time, tax-free payment of $2,200 to help Canadians manage the soaring cost of living. Set to be delivered on October 29, 2025, this support targets seniors, people with disabilities, and low-income individuals who are struggling to keep up with daily expenses like food, rent, utilities, and medical … Read more