Benefits
Includes Employment Insurance, dental coverage, child benefit, pensions and benefits for housing, student aid, family, disabilities and after a death.
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Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit
The Government of Canada will increase the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit (formerly the GST/HST credit) by 25% for five years starting in July 2026.
In addition, a one-time top-up payment equal to 50% of the 2025-26 value will be issued to eligible and entitled recipients of the January 2026 payment of the GST/HST credit no later than June 2026.
Learn more: Legislation Passes to Deliver New Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit - Canada.ca
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Beware of false information online
For accurate information, always check official Government of Canada and provincial or territorial websites.
Check the latest scams alerts related to benefits and taxes.
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Disruption of Canada Post services
Due to the labour disruption at Canada Post, mail correspondence from some programs and services may be impacted. Consult the measures in place during the disruption of Canada Post services.
Services and information
Employment Insurance benefits and leave
Temporary benefits for workers, sickness, fishing and family-related benefits. How to apply online and submit a report.
Canadian Dental Care Plan
Apply for the dental plan. Renew your coverage.
Disability benefits
Canada Disability Benefit, disability pensions and children's benefits, education funding, savings plans, gasoline tax refund program.
Family and caregiving benefits
Child benefit, dental benefit and GST/HST credit. Maternity, parental and caregiving benefits and leave. Help for the costs of raising people with disabilities.
Public pensions
Apply for Canada Pension Plan (CPP), Old Age Security (OAS), Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS), Retirement planning.
Grants and funding opportunities
Find government funding programs that help support social development, jobs, and training.
Student aid and education planning
Apply for student aid loans and grants, estimate how much you could receive, plan for your education.
Housing benefits
Housing tax credits for home renovations, accessibility upgrades, and first-time home buyers. GST/HST new housing rebate. Financing for greener homes.
Find benefits and financial support
Find the support you need to help with everyday expenses, funding for your business or organization, or personal tax deductions.
Benefits by audience
Benefits and programs, including eligibility.
What to do when someone dies
What to do following the loss of a loved one. Documents you need, who to notify, how to cancel benefits and avoid overpayment.