The GIS Guide: How to Get the Maximum Guaranteed Income Supplement in 2026
The 2026 guide to the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS). Learn the new income thresholds for singles and couples, how to qualify for the maximum $1,108 monthly payment, and why your GIS might be "suspended" if you miss a tax deadline.
Retirement Payment Comparison 2026: CPP vs. OAS & Calculator
Understanding the difference between CPP and OAS is essential for retirement. We break down the 2026 payment amounts, eligibility rules, and tax implications so you know exactly how much to expect from each.
Why Did My CCB Payment Go Down? (5 Common Reasons Explained)
If your Canada Child Benefit (CCB) payment was lower this month, you aren't alone. From the "July Recalculation" to the "Age 6 Cliff," we explain the 5 most common reasons your child tax was reduced and how to fix it with the CRA.
Uncashed Cheques: How to Find Old CRA Payments in Your My Account
Over $1.4 billion in uncashed CRA cheques is sitting in government accounts. Learn how to find your "hidden" money in 2 minutes using the My Account portal, download the required forms, and reclaim lost tax refunds or benefit payments from years ago.
Renting with a Work Permit: How to Get Approved with No Canadian Credit History
Renting in Canada on a work permit? Without a credit score, corporate landlords may reject you. This guide reveals the "Work Permit Strategy" to get approved using foreign credit, newcomer banking letters, and finding immigrant-friendly private landlords.
Private Landlords Toronto: How to Rent Without a Credit Check (The No-Credit Strategy)
Private landlords in Toronto may accept tenants with low or no credit. Learn the No-Credit Strategy: target mom-and-pop rentals in key GTA areas, use a financial binder to prove income, and offer prepaid rent to strengthen your application.
Why Is My GST/HST Payment Missing or Late? (CRA Troubleshooting Guide)
Did your GST/HST credit fail to arrive on the 5th? Before you call the CRA, check this troubleshooting guide. We explain the "10 Business Day Rule," how government debt set-offs work, and why getting married might have cancelled your cheque.
Grocery Rebate 2026: Is it Coming Back? (Official CRA Update & Scams)
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The official update on the rumored "2026 Grocery Rebate." Find out if the $628 payment is real, why you might be receiving a different deposit on January 5th, and how to spot the dangerous text message scams targeting Canadians this month.
CDB Clawback List: Will My ODSP/AISH Be Reduced by the Canada Disability Benefit?
The definitive 2026 Clawback List for the Canada Disability Benefit (CDB). See which provinces have promised to treat the $200/month as exempt income and which ones (like Alberta) may deduct it from your social assistance cheque.
Alberta Child and Family Benefit (ACFB) Payment Dates 2026
The official 2026 Alberta Child and Family Benefit (ACFB) payment schedule. See when your quarterly deposits arrive, how the "Working Component" boosts your cheque, and the maximum amounts for families.
