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Benefits
A Canada Fed Deposit is a deposit from the federal government, typically involving direct transfers for various programs, such as tax rebate...
Money Saving Tips
Our top tips for how to save money include switching to a no fee bank account, taking advantage of loyalty programs, and using various money...
What is a GIC? Here we explain the various types of GICs in Canada, how to invest, benefits and downsides, and ROI so you can make fully inf...
Benefits
The Ontario Trillium Benefit combines the NOEC, OEPTC, and OSTC programs to provide one lump sum payment to eligible recipients. Payment dat...
The ideal living wage for Canadians depends on the city they live in, but the average is around $17.32/hr. Most provincial minimum wages don...
Benefits
The CRA issues payments labelled as a Canada PRO deposit. These payments are made to eligible recipients of various benefit programs like th...
Personal Finance
Cell phone financing can be an attractive option if you don't want to shell out several hundred dollars at once for a new phone. It usually ...
Benefits
The CPP death benefit is now $2,500. The will executor must apply within 60 days to receive this one-time, lump sum payment after an eligibl...
Personal Finance
For those sending money to family and loved ones in other countries, the Scotiabank International Money Transfer service is a valuable, low-...
Benefits
The Grocery Rebate was a payment made in 2023 to eligible Canadians who filed their taxes and had annual incomes under a certain threshold –...
Personal Finance
The top four sports streaming sites in Canada are DAZN, Fubo, Sportsnet+, and TSN+. Some offer exclusive content, some have more price optio...
Personal Finance
There are plenty of easy side hustle opportunities in Canada, including some you can do from home or with your car. Some are online, so you ...
Benefits
Canada GSL payments are government loans and/or grants offered to students from low or middle-income families. This funding is meant to help...
Benefits
The next OAS payment date is October 29th. Qualifying Canadians age 65+ can earn a basic income from OAS.
Benefits
The CPP disability benefit is available to Canadians under 65 who have contributed to the CPP and are experiencing a long-term disability.
Benefits
A Canada FPT deposit is a payment from the government that includes various tax benefits, like the GST/HST credit, Canada Child Benefit, and...
Benefits
Parental leave is a government benefit provided to new parents. Eligible parents can receive up to $695 of their income for 40 weeks, or up ...
Money Saving Tips
While you can find some amazing deals at the dollar store, including from popular brand names, not all their products are worth buying. Read...
Taxes
The tuition tax credit can help post-secondary students in Canada lower their income tax bill in 2025. You can claim a percentage of tuition...
As of October 1st, 2024, the new minimum wage in Ontario is $17.20, up from $16.55. Another change is set for October 2025, which will bring...
