Canadian families may soon see a significant boost in their monthly budgets. The federal government has introduced a proposal in Parliament to increase the Canada Child Benefit (CCB) with a new \$1200 top-up per child starting in July 2025. If approved, this would mark one of the most impactful updates to the CCB program in … Read more
For years, the Canada Open Work Permit (OWP) has been one of the most popular immigration pathways, offering international graduates, skilled professionals, and their families a chance to live and work freely across the country. Unlike employer-specific permits, the OWP gives holders the flexibility to work for any employer, in any province, and in nearly … Read more
Across Canada, families continue to feel the squeeze of soaring grocery prices in 2025. For low- and middle-income households, food has become one of the largest and most stressful expenses. To provide immediate relief, the federal government has announced a \$628 Grocery Rebate set to be distributed in August 2025. This one-time, tax-free payment will … Read more
For decades, Canadians have counted on retiring at 65 as the golden standard. But in 2025, that assumption is being challenged. With longer lifespans, rising costs, and mounting pressure on public pension programs, the federal government is actively considering adjustments that could push retirement later for millions of citizens. The proposals now on the table … Read more
Canada’s rising cost of living continues to place financial stress on households nationwide, with food inflation being one of the most significant concerns. Families, seniors, and single Canadians alike are finding it increasingly difficult to manage basic grocery bills. In response, the federal government has confirmed a new round of the Canada Grocery Rebate, set … Read more
As Canada enters 2025, seniors are paying closer attention than ever to their retirement benefits. With inflation driving up prices for groceries, housing, and utilities, older Canadians are relying heavily on programs like the Canada Pension Plan (CPP), Old Age Security (OAS), and the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) to make ends meet. The federal government … Read more
Social Security beneficiaries across the United States will continue to see a 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) reflected in their July 2025 payments. This increase, first applied in January 2025, is designed to help seniors, disabled individuals, and survivors keep pace with rising living expenses at a time when inflation has slowed but daily costs remain … Read more
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is taking a decisive step toward transforming how veterans receive medical care. The agency has announced that it is accelerating the rollout of a new Federal Electronic Health Record (EHR) system, an ambitious nationwide project that will fully replace outdated systems and standardize healthcare delivery for veterans across the … Read more
In July 2025, millions of U.S. veterans will see a 2.5% increase in their disability compensation payments, following the Department of Veterans Affairs’ (VA) annual Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA). The measure, tied to the Consumer Price Index (CPI), ensures that benefits for veterans rise in step with inflation, protecting the real value of their compensation. Although … Read more
In the face of unrelenting inflation and skyrocketing living expenses, New York State has rolled out a new initiative under the School Tax Relief (STAR) program, offering up to \$1,500 in direct payments to qualifying families. The move, unveiled by Governor Kathy Hochul, is designed to cushion households from the rising costs of groceries, fuel, … Read more