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Cape Breton-Canso MP Mike Kelloway sees a number of positive measures included in the recent Fall Economic Statement from Federal Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland. Kelloway says among the initiatives announced is a Canada Workers Benefit. Kelloway says there's also $800 million starting next year to support summer jobs, employment strategies for youth and job

On November 4, the Government of Canada unveiled proposed changes to the Canada Workers Benefit (CWB) as part of its 2022 Fall Economic Statement. The measure would mean eligible single Canadians and families receive their CWB payments in advance of the regular payment dates.

Unfortunately, Ottawa’s commitment to fiscal restraint died with the mayflies.

Unfortunately, Ottawa’s commitment to fiscal restraint died with the mayflies

On June 16, 2022, Canada's Department of Finance shared a press release stating that they will be making changes to the Canada Workers Benefit. The enhanced Canada Workers Benefit comes as part of the federal government's new Affordability Plan, which aims to "make life more affordable for millions of Canadians," particularly as inflation rates continue to rise in Canada. This new change will allow eligible workers to get up to $1,200 more in financial support this year, with e...

If U.S. President Joe Biden is successful in his bid to pause gas taxes in the U.S., Canada will be the only G7 country not to bring in a tax cut or a subsidy to help people at the pump. But some experts say a gas tax holiday is not the answer.

As part of its new Affordability Plan, the federal government has announced changes to the Canada Workers Benefit (CWB), which could impact as many as three million Canadians. On June 16, the Department of Finance confirmed that the benefit would be enhanced in 2022 with new support for low-income individuals and families who are working.

Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland is delivering her first major speech since the budget today, outlining $8.9 billion in financial supports her government has introduced already to help Canadians deal with rising inflation.

As Dr. Teresa Kieser's career nears its end, she wants to shine a light on the gender-based discrimination she says she faced during her 34-year career.

The federal government updated the Canada Workers Benefit (CWB) back in 2021 and today, over three million Canadians are now eligible for the refundable tax credit. The Canada Workers Benefit has been set in place to help supplement the earnings of low-income Canadians. For Canadian families who are eligible, you could receive up to $2,400, whereas single individuals who qualify can expect a maximum amount of $1,400.