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Taxes & Refunds / Government Benefits / Credits & Rebates
Learn what Social Security retirement age rules apply in 2027, who is affected, and how U.S. rules differ from CPP and OAS in Canada.
The CRA has billions in uncashed cheques. Learn how Canadians can check My Account, request a replacement payment, and avoid scams.
The CRA will stop accepting pre-2023 T2201 forms on September 8, 2026. Learn what Canadians must submit and how to apply for the Disability Tax Credit.
• A timely Form 4868 generally gives calendar-year individual taxpayers until October 15 to file the federal return. • An extension to file is not an extension to pay. Tax that was due with the original return can still accrue…
• For July 2026 to June 2027, the maximum CCB is $8,157 per year for each eligible child under 6 and $6,883 per year for each eligible child age 6 to 17. • Remaining 2026 payment dates are August 20,…
• The GST/HST credit was replaced by the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit (CGEB) in July 2026, while keeping the same basic eligibility and quarterly-payment structure. • The next 2026 CGEB payment date is October 5. July and October payments…
