Three things Canadians should know about Carney’s new GST credit
The House of Commons has agreed to fast-track legislation to boost the GST credit for 12 million taxpayers with low and modest incomes. Here’s Heather Scoffield’s initial analysis of the measure.
January 28, 2026
The Canadian Tax Observatory applauds new tax measures to make life more affordable
The Canadian Tax Observatory welcomes today’s announcement from Prime Minister Mark Carney and Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne to substantially increase the GST credit, now called the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit.
January 26, 2026

