Canadians Receive One-Time Tax Credit Payment

Updated at: June 5, 2026 at 03:00 AM

Starting June 5, 2026, over 12 million Canadians will receive a one-time GST/HST credit top-up.

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This payment is designed to help low- and modest-income households manage rising living costs as the government prepares to transition to the new Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit (CGEB) in July 2026.

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Eligibility is based on 2024 tax filings, and recipients who already qualified for the GST/HST credit in January 2026 will receive the payment automatically through direct deposit or mail.

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Depending on family size and income, recipients could receive up to $267 for a single person, $349 for a couple, or $533 for a family with two children.

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The government urges citizens to be cautious of scams and to check only official Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) portals for information.

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Ensure your 2024 tax return is filed to maintain eligibility for this and future benefits.

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What is the primary requirement to receive the one-time payment automatically?

Call the CRA before June 5, 2026.

Have filed a 2024 tax return and been entitled to the January 2026 credit.

Submit a separate application form online.

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Have filed a 2024 tax return and been entitled to the January 2026 credit.

What does this payment precede in July 2026?

A temporary pause in tax collection.

The end of all tax credits in Canada.

The launch of the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit (CGEB).

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The launch of the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit (CGEB).

How is the amount of the one-time top-up determined?

It is a flat rate of $500 for every Canadian resident.

It is based solely on the current inflation rate.

It is equal to 50% of the individual's or household's total annual GST/HST credit for the 2025-2026 period.

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It is equal to 50% of the individual's or household's total annual GST/HST credit for the 2025-2026 period.

Why might a recipient be confused when looking at their bank statement?

The bank may subtract a processing fee from the credit.

The payment may still be labeled as a regular GST/HST credit.

The payment might be deposited into a different bank account.

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The payment may still be labeled as a regular GST/HST credit.

What is the maximum top-up amount mentioned for a family with two children?

$267

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$533

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$533

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