This is when you’ll get GST tax credits and other federal rebates this year
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The first of several rebates from the federal government is set to go out to qualifying Canadians in just a few days, including GST credits.
The first of several rebates from the federal government is set to go out to qualifying Canadians in just a few days, which means some will be getting a bit extra in their wallets to start the new year.
These tax credits or incentives are for specific purposes, including affordability for lower-income households, especially those with children and older Canadians.
To avoid any delays, especially with the mailing of paper cheques, the Canada Revenue Agency is encouraging all Canadians eligible for rebates to sign up for direct deposit.
Here are all of the federal rebates scheduled to go out to Canadians in 2026.
The GST credit is also known as the harmonized sales tax credit in regions where that applies, and is paid out to qualifying Canadians four times per year.
Information submitted during tax filing season determines the payment amount, including the income, marital status and number of children in a household, if any.
According to the federal government, the maximum annual amount an individual may receive from July 2025 to June 2026 is $533, while a married or common-law couple could see up to $698 combined.
The payment amounts are recalculated every July based on how much a family or individual earned in the previous tax year. This means that in July 2026, the GST credit will be recalculated based on the tax filings submitted in April 2026.
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