Service Canada February 2026 Update: Combined Benefits Could Total $1,200

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Service Canada has introduced February 2026 updates designed to prevent missed payments, improve benefit accuracy and deliver recalculated support to eligible Canadians. In some cases, combined adjustments across multiple programs could total up to $1,200, depending on eligibility. Importantly, this is not a new universal $1,200 payment. Instead, the amount reflects potential cumulative increases, retroactive … Read more

CRA Confirms $2,616 Caregiver Tax Credit for 2026: Eligibility and Income Rules

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The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) continues to offer the Canada Caregiver Tax Credit (CTC) in 2026, allowing eligible caregivers to claim up to $2,616 in non-refundable federal tax relief. The credit is designed to support Canadians who provide financial and personal care to a dependent family member with a recognized physical or mental impairment. While … Read more

Canada’s $236 Grocery Rebate Eligibility Rules and Deposit Details

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The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has released updated guidance regarding the $236 Grocery Rebate, a one-time payment designed to help low- and modest-income households manage higher food costs. The rebate is automatically assessed using 2024 tax return information and is linked to the GST/HST Credit system. Eligible Canadians do not need to submit a separate … Read more

CRA Confirms Higher 2026 GST/HST Credit Payments for Canadians

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The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has confirmed updated 2026 GST/HST credit amounts, increasing annual payments for eligible low- and modest-income Canadians. The changes reflect inflation adjustments and cost-of-living pressures, with higher support for single adults, seniors and families with children. The revised structure will apply automatically based on 2025 tax returns, meaning eligible Canadians do … Read more

Canada Launches Updated Seniors Support Program With $1250 Payment: Who Qualifies and How to Apply

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The federal government has introduced an updated seniors support measure for 2026, confirming a $1,250 one-time payment for eligible Canadians aged 65 and older who apply before February 25, 2026. The payment is intended to help seniors manage rising costs for groceries, utilities and medical expenses. Administered through existing federal systems — including coordination between … Read more

Canada Sweeping Open Work Permit Rules in 2026, What Workers and Employers Should Know

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Canada’s immigration system is set for significant change in 2025 as Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) rolls out reforms to the Open Work Permit program. The updated framework is designed to streamline applications, expand eligibility for certain temporary workers and spouses, and reduce administrative burdens for employers. Officials say the reforms aim to strengthen … Read more

Mark Carney One-Time Grocery Rebate in 2026: Eligibility Rules and Payment Details

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A proposed one-time grocery rebate backed by Mark Carney has been framed as a fast response to persistent food inflation in Canada. Supporters say a lump-sum payment would provide immediate relief to households struggling with rising grocery bills. Critics argue that while payment may be coming, a one-time measure cannot fix deeper affordability challenges. As … Read more

Canada Reviews Retirement Age in 2026: What OAS and CPP Changes Could Mean

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Canada’s long-standing retirement benchmark of age 65 is under policy review, with federal discussions in 2026 focusing on pension sustainability, longer life expectancy and labour market participation. While no final legislation has been enacted, policymakers are examining whether eligibility rules for major programs such as Old Age Security (OAS) and the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) … Read more