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
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Canada Child Benefit Rises Again – See Your New August 2025 Payment
Starting August 2025, millions of Canadian families will receive higher monthly payments through the Canada Child Benefit (CCB), as the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) adjusts benefit amounts to keep pace with inflation. With the rising cost of living, especially in areas like groceries, rent, and childcare, these updates are aimed at giving parents more financial support when they need it most. Whether you’re a Continue reading
2025 NRC Canada Research Associate Program – Who’s Eligible & How To Apply
Are you a recent Ph.D. or Master’s graduate in science or engineering looking to launch a high-impact research career? The 2025 NRC Canada Research Associate Program might be the breakthrough you’ve been waiting for. Designed for early-career researchers, this prestigious and fully-funded opportunity allows you to work on cutting-edge technologies at one of Canada’s most advanced research facilities — the National Research Continue reading
Surprise Early Payments – Ontario Residents To Receive August Government Funds Ahead Of Schedule
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
3 CRA Red Flags That Could Trigger Trouble When Withdrawing RRSPs In Retirement
Retirement planning often centers on Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSPs)—a proven way to defer taxes until you retire. But today’s retirement landscape is changing. Many Canadians continue working part-time into their senior years due to rising costs. This shift has triggered three key CRA red flags that could drastically increase your taxes or spark penalties if RRSP Continue reading