In a major effort to support families with children, the Canadian Government is rolling out the Canada Family Benefit (CFB) starting in 2025. This new income-tested initiative provides up to $445 per month for eligible families with children under 18. The program is designed to help offset rising living costs and ensure children have access … Read more
Many individuals mistakenly believe that once they’ve worked their entire life, their Social Security check will automatically show up in their bank account. However, that’s not the case. Several key requirements must be met before you can start receiving benefits, and failing to meet even one of them—whether by accident or oversight—could result in missing … Read more
The Canadian government has officially launched a new financial assistance program offering $2,400 per year to eligible individuals with disabilities. Administered by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), this support initiative aims to ease the burden of rising living and healthcare costs for thousands of Canadians. If you or a loved one has a recognized disability, … Read more
In May 2025, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) beneficiaries will notice two payments instead of the usual one. This occurrence is due to the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) payment schedule adjustments when the first of the month falls on a weekend. Why Two SSI Payments in May 2025? The SSA typically issues SSI payments on the … Read more
In response to the escalating cost of living, the Canadian government has introduced a one-time, tax-free $300 federal relief payment. This initiative aims to assist low- and moderate-income Canadians in managing essential expenses such as food, housing, and utilities. Notably, this payment will not affect eligibility for other federal benefits like the Canada Child Benefit … Read more
