Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit

Enhanced GST/HST credit providing additional support for low-income Canadians. Includes a one-time top-up (50% of annual credit) expected by June 2026, plus a 25% ongoing increase starting July 2026. A single person could receive up to $950 total in 2026; a family of four up to $1,890. Delivered automatically if you have filed your 2024 tax return.

Contact Information

Address
Automatic — file your taxes to qualify
Website
https://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/news/2026/01/the-new-canada-groceries-and-essentials-benefit.html
Hours
Automatic payments — file taxes to qualify
Cost
Free
Access
Online
Service Area
Canada-wide

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