As many Canadians continue to feel the pressure of rising grocery costs, rumours about a $628 Canada Grocery Rebate in 2025 have gained attention online. However, based on official government updates, there is no new grocery rebate announced for 2025. That said, several other CRA benefit payments are coming this July, including GST/HST credits, the Canada Child Benefit (CCB) bonus, and increases to CPP and OAS.
Here’s a detailed breakdown of the situation.
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No Canada Grocery Rebate in 2025 — What Happened?
The original Canada Grocery Rebate was a one-time payment issued in July 2023. It was introduced through Budget 2023 to help low- and modest-income Canadians cope with inflation. At the time:
- Single Canadians without children received up to $234
- Seniors received around $225 on average
- Families with two children received up to $628
There is no plan to issue a second grocery rebate in 2025. The CRA has not included it in any official payment schedule, and there are no legislative proposals for a new rebate of this type at this time.
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What Benefit Payments are Coming in July 2025?
Even though the grocery rebate won’t be returning this year, Canadians can still expect a range of federal benefits in July 2025. These include:
1. GST Credit Payment – July 4, 2025
This quarterly, tax-free payment helps individuals and families with low to modest incomes offset the goods and services tax (GST) or harmonized sales tax (HST).
- The next GST/HST credit deposit is scheduled for July 4, 2025.
- Amounts depend on income and family size but can range from $325 to $996 annually, split into four payments.
2. Canada Child Benefit 2025 payment – July 18, 2025
The Canada Child Benefit Bonus payment in july provides monthly tax-free payments to eligible families with children under 18.
- The regular July 2025 payment will arrive on July 18, 2025.
- July also includes the annual CCB increase, adjusted for inflation.
- Some eligible families may also receive retroactive payments if their 2024 taxes were filed late or reassessed.
3. CPP OAS Increase Payments – July 29, 2025
Seniors receiving Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and Old Age Security (OAS) benefits will receive their payments on July 29, 2025.
- CPP payments include retirement, survivor, and disability pensions.
- OAS includes the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) for low-income seniors.
- Both CPP and OAS have been indexed to inflation, and seniors can expect a modest increase in their July 2025 deposits.
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Other Financial Relief Options
Even without a new grocery rebate, Canadians still have access to various supports:
- Canada Housing Benefit: For eligible low-income renters in some provinces.
- Provincial Tax Credits or Rebates: Depending on where you live, additional supports may be offered.
- GST/HST Credit Increase Proposals: Some advocacy groups are urging the federal government to boost GST credits to offset food inflation.
Final Thoughts
While the Canada Grocery Rebate 2025 is not returning, Canadians can still count on key CRA-administered programs like the GST/HST credit, CCB, CPP, and OAS for financial assistance this July. As cost-of-living pressures continue, it’s important to stay informed through official government sources and file taxes on time to ensure access to all available benefits.
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