Kathy Hilton

As of June 20, 2025, applications for the long-awaited Canada Disability Benefit (CDB) are officially open. This federal income support program will provide up to $200 per month to eligible working-age Canadians with disabilities, beginning with the first round of payments in July 2025. Designed to reduce poverty and support independence, the Canada Disability Benefit Continue reading

As inflation continues to put pressure on Canadian households, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has confirmed a 2.7% benefits payment increase starting in July 2025. This annual adjustment aims to help families, low-income workers, seniors, and persons with disabilities keep up with the rising cost of living, including essentials like food, rent, transportation, and utilities. Continue reading

In 2025, Canadian investors continue to seek ways to generate stable, long-term passive income—and dividend stocks remain one of the most reliable paths to get there. With inflation concerns, fluctuating interest rates, and market volatility, dividend-paying companies with strong fundamentals are increasingly attractive. In 2025, several Canadian dividend stocks delivered impressive gains while continuing to Continue reading

If financial independence is your goal, then where you invest your money matters. You want assets that not only grow in value over time but also provide reliable passive income — ideally from sectors that are poised for long-term relevance. In 2025, few industries are as promising in that regard as renewable energy. With a Continue reading

Canadians still have time to file their taxes before the April 30, 2025, deadline—and if you haven’t submitted your return yet, make sure you’re not missing out on valuable Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) benefits. Failing to claim these could mean you’re leaving hundreds, even thousands, of dollars unclaimed. Here are three essential CRA benefits that Continue reading