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Starting July 3, 2026, the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit will be offering higher payment amounts while keeping the eligibility and structure of the GST/HST credit. Quarterly payments will increase by 25% for the next five years.

Together, the one time and quarterly payments will offer ongoing financial support to more than 12 million recipients.

A family of four could receive up to $1,890 in 2026, including the top-up.
A single person could receive up to $950 in 2026, including the top-up.
Since 2020, food prices have risen faster than overall inflation, costing the average household $782. The Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit will help offset increased grocery bills beyond the inflation rate.