- Next payment date: October 5, 2026 (Mon) — This is the second quarterly deposit date after the existing GST/HST Credit was renamed the 'Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit (CGEB)' starting July 2026.
- Helping low- or middle-income individuals and families Tax-exempt cash benefitsIt is not a system where you submit a shopping receipt to receive a refund. Nor is its use limited to groceries.
- The payment amount from July 2026 to June 2027 is 2025 Tax Filing Data (Adjusted Family Net Income, AFNI)It is calculated based on, and the benefit amount has increased by 25%.
- Annual maximum amount: Single/childless $679, married/childless $890, 1 child $1,124, 2 children $1,358. The actual payment amount may be reduced depending on family income.
- General residents No separate application is required.. If you file your tax return every year (including your spouse), the CRA automatically calculates your eligibility and amounts. You cannot receive benefits if you skip filing, even if you have no income. New immigrants may need to file an RC151 before their first tax return.
- You can check your next payment date and estimated amount in CRA My Account under Benefits and credits → Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit.
Source: Johnny Choe, RIS No More GST/HST Credit: A Comprehensive Guide to Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefits
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