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In light of surging food inflation, circulating online messages claim Canada will issue a Grocery Rebate in July 2025, offering payments up to $978.
However, as of early June 2025, there has been no official announcement from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) or federal government confirming this rebate
What We Know About Grocery Rebates
- A one‑time Grocery Rebate was issued on July 5, 2023, alongside the GST/HST credit, targeting low‑ and modest‑income households. Payments ranged from $234 to $628 based on family size and income
- The rebate amounts followed the GST/HST structure:
- Single with no children: $234
- Couple with two children: $467
- Maximum: $628 for families with four children
- That 2023 rebate was one‑time only, and CRA confirms it is not ongoing
No New Grocery Rebate for July 2025
- CRA has not announced any new Grocery Rebate for July 2025
- Misinformation circulating online claiming a $978 rebate is false and appears to be incorrectly extrapolated from outdated 2023 amounts .
- Until CRA or Budget 2025 formally introduces a new rebate, no payments will be issued.
Why $978 Is Misleading
- The figure $978 appears to be a scaled-up projection of the 2023 maximum ($628) but without factual basis.
- CRA capped 2023 payments between $234–$628; no mechanism supports a payout as high as $978
- If a new rebate were introduced, it would almost certainly be tied to GST/HST credit eligibility and announced officially in Budget or CRA release.
Historical Rebate: What It Covered
| Household Type | 2023 Rebate Amount (CAD) |
|---|---|
| Single, no children | $234 |
| Single parent, one child | $387 |
| Single parent, two children | $467 |
| Couple, no children | $306 |
| Couple, two children | $467 |
| Couple, four children | $628 |
| Seniors (average) | ~$225 |
These payments were tied to filed 2021 tax returns and next GST/HST credit cycle
What to Do If You See “$978 Rebate” Claims
- Ignore and delete messages or shared content that claim a $978 Grocery Rebate in 2025—it’s likely a scam or misinformation
- Monitor official CRA updates, particularly around federal Budget 2025 or GST/HST releases in mid‑summer 2025.
- Ensure you file your 2024 tax return on time—this maintains eligibility for any future benefits tied to GST/HST.
Other Canada’s Supports in 2025
- GST/HST credit increase: rising by 2.7% starting July 2025 to reflect inflation, offering routine financial relief
- Provincial benefits like Ontario’s Trillium Benefit and BC’s Climate Action Tax Credit will continue according to established schedules starting July 2025
Despite online rumors, the CRA has not announced any Grocery Rebate in July 2025, and the reported $978 figure is misleading.
Canadians should only rely on official CRA communications, file taxes timely, and consider ongoing inflation relief measures like the GST/HST credit.
FAQs
Is there a CRA grocery rebate in July 2025?
No. CRA has made no official announcement; all circulating claims about a $978 payout are false
Why $978 is being mentioned?
That amount is a misleading projection, not tied to any policy or formula supported by CRA. The last actual rebate maxed at $628
How can I prepare in case a new rebate is introduced?
File your 2024 taxes promptly, keep your My CRA Account updated, and watch for official Budget 2025 or CRA announcements.
