Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit (CGEB)
Canada Revenue Agency
Tax-free quarterly payments for people with low and modest incomes to help with the cost of everyday essentials. This replaced the GST/HST credit in July 2026.
- Value
- Not stated by source
- Intake
- Ongoing
- Last verified
- September 20, 2026
About the amount
Replaced the GST/HST credit in July 2026 under a new name; eligibility and the payment calculation carried over unchanged. Paid quarterly, and you qualify by filing a tax return rather than applying.
What to know
The CGEB replaced the GST/HST credit in July 2026 with a 25% increase that continues through 2031. You do not apply separately, filing your tax return is what makes you eligible. Newcomers to Canada do need to apply once, using the CRA's newcomer benefit application.
Documents you'll likely need
- Your most recent filed tax return
- Social Insurance Number
Source
https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/child-family-benefits/canada-groceries-essentials-benefit.htmlCashRadar identifies potential matches. Final eligibility is determined by the program administrator. CashRadar is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Government of Canada or any provincial government.