CRA Salivates At Thought of Clawing Back Grocery Benefit

Tap The Maple · Jul 3, 2026 · 12m

Millions of Canadians will receive the new Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit this week—but is it really the financial relief many people think it is?In this episode of Tap the Maple, we break down the real numbers behind the newly expanded CRA grocery benefit, formerly known as the GST/HST credit. We compare the payment to today's grocery costs, inflation, and what Canadian families are actually spending just to put food on the table.You'll learn:Who actually qualifies for the Canada Groceries and Essentials BenefitHow much families really receiveWhy the payment covers only a fraction…