Big changes are coming to Canada’s roads this summer. Beginning July 1, 2025, the federal government will introduce the New Canada Driving Law 2025. This major overhaul is set to make streets safer by enforcing tougher penalties, mandating new vehicle safety features, and creating consistent driving laws across all provinces and territories. If you drive … Read more
With housing affordability continuing to challenge millions of Canadians, the CRA $1500 Housing Benefit 2025 comes as a welcome relief. This federal one-time payment is meant to ease the financial burden of rent and shelter costs for low-income residents. Administered by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), the benefit is part of a nationwide initiative to … Read more
The Canada Disability Benefit (CDB) launches in July 2025, offering $200 per month (up to $2,400 annually) to eligible Canadians aged 18–64 with low incomes and approved for the Disability Tax Credit (DTC). First payments kick in the month after your application is approved—so early applicants (by June 30) will receive July’s payment right away. What … Read more
As inflation continues to strain household budgets, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has announced a one-time, tax-free $250 relief payment set to be delivered in August 2025. Designed to support low- and middle-income Canadians—especially seniors— this automatic deposit comes with no application required and no impact on other federal benefits. The payment provides quick, direct … Read more
Canadian retirees will soon receive a significant financial uplift. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has confirmed a $2,900 annual increase to the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) for 2025. This translates to an additional $241 per month for eligible recipients. The increase reflects the full implementation of the CPP enhancement plan and a cost-of-living adjustment based … Read more
In a major financial relief initiative, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has confirmed a $2,000 annual increase to the Child Disability Benefit (CDB), effective July 2025. This enhanced benefit, paid monthly as an extra $166, will help families cope with rising caregiving and medical costs for children with disabilities. The move underscores the federal government’s … Read more
On July 11, 2025, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) began issuing the first of three quarterly payments under the Advanced Canada Workers Benefit (ACWB) for the 2025–26 benefit year. This tax-free, refundable credit is targeted at low- and modest-income workers, offering up to $3,560 annually in much-needed support. The first instalment, which could be as … Read more
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has officially released the 2025 update to the Canada Workers Benefit (CWB), offering a maximum of $1,590 for single applicants and $2,739 for families. This refundable federal tax credit is designed to support low-income workers across the country amid rising living expenses and to encourage continued participation in the workforce. … Read more
The Canada Workers Benefit (CWB) remains one of the federal government’s key tools to support low-income individuals and families, and for 2025, it’s bringing real relief. The CRA has confirmed that qualifying Canadians will receive up to $1,428 every quarter, which adds up to a maximum of $5,712 per year. This benefit aims to provide … Read more
The federal government has officially confirmed an increase to the Canada Child Benefit (CCB) starting in July 2025, providing much-needed financial support to families managing rising costs of living. This annual adjustment, tied to Canada’s Consumer Price Index (CPI), reflects ongoing inflation and the government’s commitment to ensuring children’s welfare remains a priority. The Canada … Read more