Canada’s telecom giant Bell Canada has rolled out a fresh set of updates to its wireless lineup, and while “unlimited data” sounds like a big win, the fine print tells a more complicated story. The latest Bell roaming data cap changes are drawing attention, especially for users who travel frequently or rely heavily on hotspot Continue reading
Month: May 2026
Sudbury Mining Supervisor Wins One Million Dollars on Lottery Ticket — A Life-Changing Moment Comes Just in Time
A 44-year-old mining supervisor from Sudbury is celebrating a life-changing windfall after securing a $1 million prize in the LOTTO 6/49 Gold Ball Draw held on March 21. The story of how this win unfolded is as surprising as it is inspiring. David R., who has spent more than two decades playing the lottery through Continue reading
Benefit Cheques Arriving in May and June 2026: Full Schedule, Amounts, and Who Qualifies
As the cost of living continues to put pressure on households, May and June 2026 bring a fresh round of government benefit payments across Canada. From retirement pensions to child benefits and new federal supports, millions of Canadians will see money deposited into their accounts over the coming weeks. These payments, administered through agencies like Continue reading
Disability Tax Credit Reforms Announced: Easier Applications, But Advocates Say More Change Is Needed
Canada’s latest update on the Disability Tax Credit is being welcomed as a step in the right direction, but experts and advocates say it’s far from enough. While the government’s proposed reforms aim to simplify the process and expand access, many believe deeper changes are still required to make the system truly fair and inclusive. Continue reading
3 New CRA Benefit Payments for Ontario Residents in May 2026
Ontario residents are heading into May 2026 with multiple government benefit payments arriving across the month, offering meaningful financial support to families, seniors, and low-to-moderate-income households. With three separate payment dates and several programs overlapping, some households could see substantial deposits within weeks. A qualifying family with two young children may receive more than $1,600 Continue reading
Winning Lotto 6/49 Ticket Sold in Oxford
Residents of Oxford County are waking up to the thrilling possibility that one of their own could now be a multi-millionaire. The latest draw from Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation, commonly known as OLG, has confirmed that the winning ticket for the $5 million classic jackpot was sold locally. That single piece of paper, likely Continue reading
11 Maxplus prizes won in Tuesday’s Lotto Max draw
Lotto Max players across Canada may want to take a closer look at their tickets following the April 28 draw. While the headline-grabbing $55 million jackpot went unclaimed, the night was far from uneventful. According to the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation, there were no winners for the main jackpot and none for the four Continue reading
CRA refunding $647 million collected from cancelled digital services tax
Canada’s decision to abandon its Digital Services Tax (DST) has led to a significant financial reversal, with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) now refunding approximately $647 million collected from major technology companies. The move follows the federal government’s repeal of the tax in 2025, driven in part by escalating trade pressure from the United States. Continue reading
Ontario and Canada benefit payment dates for May 2026: When OTB, CPP, OAS, CCB, and ODSP deposits arrive
Each month, millions of Canadians receive financial support through federal and provincial government benefit programs. These payments play a key role in helping individuals and families manage essential living costs such as housing, food, transportation, childcare, and healthcare-related expenses. May is an especially important month because several major government benefit payments are scheduled to be Continue reading
CRA says it uses AI but not for deciding individual tax returns
As the deadline to file tax returns arrives, Canadians are once again navigating the pressure of reporting income, claiming credits, and ensuring compliance with Canada’s complex tax system. But this year, a new layer of uncertainty is shaping the conversation: the rapid rise of artificial intelligence and whether it could or should be involved in Continue reading