Ontario residents signed up for the Ontario Trillium Benefit (OTB) should keep an eye on their bank accounts: the August 2025 payment is set to land on Friday, August 8, instead of the usual 10th. This early deposit is due to the standard payment date falling on a weekend or statutory holiday, which pushes the payment to the last working Continue reading
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Canada’s $430 One-Time Rent Relief Arrives In August 2025 – Eligibility, Payment Date, And Full Payout
With rising rental prices and growing pressure on household budgets, the Canadian government has introduced Rent Relief Canada 2025, a $430 one-time rent assistance payment to support renters experiencing financial difficulty. Scheduled for distribution in August 2025, this direct payment aims to help low- and moderate-income households cope with ongoing housing costs. In this article, you’ll find a complete Continue reading
Who’s Getting A Raise? 2025 Canada Minimum Wage Updates By Province
As the cost of living continues to rise across Canada, minimum wage rates are being adjusted in 2025 to help hourly workers keep up. These changes aim to maintain purchasing power and ensure that wages reflect the impact of inflation, rent increases, and food prices. If you’re paid hourly, these wage hikes could directly affect your paycheck. Let’s break down the latest minimum wage updates Continue reading
Albertans Stand Up to Save Their CPP as Smith Pushes for Risky Alberta Pension Plan
Your pension isn’t just some number on your pay slip — it’s a promise. It’s a reward for all the work you’ve done over your life. It means that after years of working, you can retire and feel safe, knowing your money is still working for you. But in Alberta, many people are upset and Continue reading
Federal Government Set to Announce PONI List: Pipelines, Ports, and Mining in Focus
Canada is planning to fast-track major development projects that are important to the entire country. These are called Projects of National Interest (PONIs). The federal government, under Mark Carney, wants to support these projects through Bill C-5, which speeds up the approval process. But the big question is: Will these projects help Canada grow and Continue reading
Survey Reveals Pension Investors Trust Segregated Funds More Than Mutual Funds
Planning for retirement is not just about growing money—it’s about making sure it’s safe when you need it most. In Canada, mutual funds and segregated funds are two of the most common ways pension funds and individual investors build their future wealth. Both pool money from many investors and are professionally managed, but they work Continue reading
$500 Canada Climate Action Rebate In October 2025 – Who’s Eligible And When You’ll Get Paid
The Canada $500 Climate Action Incentive Rebate is officially set to roll out in October 2025, bringing welcome relief to households facing high fuel and living costs. This tax-free quarterly payment is part of the federal government’s carbon pricing strategy—ensuring revenues collected from carbon pollution pricing are returned directly to Canadians. In 2025, the rebate has been increased to $500 per Continue reading
Leaving CPP? How An Alberta Pension Plan Could Give You Up To 71% More Retirement Money
The Alberta government, led by Premier Danielle Smith, is exploring whether the province should withdraw from the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and create its own Alberta Pension Plan (APP). This decision could significantly affect the retirement income of thousands of Albertans. While much of the debate so far has focused on technical and legal details, Continue reading
First Nations Bank Of Canada Raises $9M From Indigenous Communities To Expand National Lending
In a major step forward for Indigenous economic growth, the First Nations Bank of Canada (FNBC) has raised $9 million in new investment from Indigenous-led groups across Canada. This funding will help support loans for Indigenous businesses, governments, and entrepreneurs, helping to grow communities and create long-term wealth. This article explains everything in simple terms Continue reading
New 2025 Rules: Nigerians Need $30,526+ Income To Invite Parents On Canada Super Visa
If you’re a Nigerian permanent resident or Citizen of Canada and want to bring your parents or grandparents to live with you, there’s an important update. The Canadian government has raised the minimum income requirement for the Super Visa program in 2025. This means you now need to earn more money to be eligible. Let’s Continue reading