Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit

The Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit (CGEB; French: Allocation canadienne pour l’épicerie et les besoins essentiels) is a fiscal measure administered by the Canada Revenue Agency on behalf of the Government of Canada. Announced by Prime Minister Mark Carney on January 26, 2026, the benefit replaces the Goods and Services Tax Credit (GSTC) and provides enhanced refunds to lower-income households starting in 2026.

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