The Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) is a periodic increase in Social Security benefits, designed to help beneficiaries maintain their purchasing power despite rising inflation. This adjustment applies to SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance), retirement, survivor, and... Read more
Many seniors in Canada are wondering if they can receive up to $2,650 per month in 2025 through CPP and OAS combined payments. The answer is yes—but only for those who meet specific eligibility criteria. This guide explains... Read more
Starting October 2025, Canadian drivers will face a significant increase in speeding fines, as new rules are set to take effect nationwide. The Canada Speeding Fine Increase aims to curb speeding-related accidents and fatalities by... Read more
Facing a 9% year-over-year spike in grocery prices, the Canadian government is launching a $978 Grocery Rebate in July 2025. Administered by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), this targeted support for low- and moderate-income households is part of a broader cost-of-living... Read more
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has confirmed that the next Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payment, worth $967, is scheduled for August 1, 2025. For those eligible, this payment is part of a cost of living... Read more
If you’re working in Canada and contributing to the Canada Pension Plan (CPP), a major opportunity awaits in July 2025. Thanks to the continued Canada Pension Plan enhancement, eligible contributors can now receive up to a $2,900 lifetime increase in their retirement... Read more
The Canada Pension Plan (CPP) has recently announced an increase in the monthly retirement pension, ranging from $816.52 to $1,364.60. This adjustment aims to better support retirees in managing the rising cost of living. The... Read more
On Wednesday, July 16, 2025, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) payments will be distributed to beneficiaries born between the 11th and 20th of any month. This date follows the official payment schedule set by the... Read more
As 2025 unfolds, Canadian seniors are seeing a boost in their monthly income thanks to increased Old Age Security (OAS) and Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) payments. You could now receive up to $1,790 through OAS and an additional $943 via GIS, totaling $2,733 per month if... Read more
Thousands of Canadian households expecting their Grocery Rebate this July have been hit with an unexpected delay. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has officially acknowledged issues affecting the scheduled rollout of Grocery Rebate direct deposits... Read more