If you receive GST from the federal government, you’ll want to check your CRA account. Many Victorians are waking up to learn that the next scheduled GST payment on October 5 is double the usual amount. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was scheduled to tell Canadians about new measures to help with the rising cost of living on Thursday, but the announcement has been delayed following the death of Queen Elizabeth II. The federal government is set to temporarily double GST rebate checks in an effort to cushion some of the inflation for lower-income Canadians. In addition, Trudeau intended to announce a new national dental care program for children and supplement housing benefits to help low-income Canadians pay their rent. Those who do not receive GST are expected to receive a small amount as well, with some reporting as much as $257. According to reports, the dental care program will allow parents of children under 12 to apply for a $650 payment to cover dental expenses this year and again next year, while a more formal program is being developed. The sources say the dental care program will allow parents of children under 12 to apply for a $650 payment to cover dental expenses this year and again next year, while a more formal program is developed. While funds for the GST have already been set in motion, it is unclear when Trudeau will reschedule the official announcement.
