Thursday, July 9, 2026 Every July, a wave of federal benefit payments resets for the new benefit year — and 2026 brings one of the biggest shifts in years. Between a permanent 25% boost to the old GST/HST credit, a fresh Canada Child Benefit increase, and the largest quarterly OAS bump of the year, millions of Canadian households will see different numbers land in their accounts this month. Here's what actually changed, and what to check in your own CRA account. The GST/HST Credit Has a New Name — and a Bigger Payout The GST/HST credit has officially been replaced by the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit (CGEB) . It's not a new program from scratch — it runs on the same CRA infrastructure and eligibility rules — but the payment amounts are 25% higher, and that increase is locked in for five years. The first CGEB payment went out on July 3, 2026. Under the new structure: A single individual with no children can receive up to roughly $679 per year (about $170 per quart...
Trump vs. Harris: A Political Showdown Set for Fox News on September 4th
In a surprising turn of events, former President Donald Trump has announced that he will engage in a debate with Vice President Kamala Harris on Fox News, slated for September 4th. This announcement comes amid a whirlwind of political activity following President Joe Biden's withdrawal from the presidential race.
While the Harris campaign has not confirmed the event, Trump's declaration has stirred up a media frenzy, as it would mark the first direct confrontation between the two since Biden's departure from the campaign trail.
The proposed debate is expected to cover a wide range of topics, with a particular focus on domestic issues that have polarized the nation. As the date approaches, all eyes will be on these two political heavyweights as they prepare to spar on the national stage.
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