Groceries & Essentials Benefit (CGEB)
Estimate your quarterly tax-free payments under the new July 2026 program replacing the GST/HST credit.
The GST/HST credit has been replaced by the **Canada Groceries & Essentials Benefit (CGEB)**. The CGEB keeps the same eligibility rules but provides a 25% increase to quarterly payouts for 2026–2031. Additionally, the quarterly Canada Carbon Rebate (CCR) is discontinued. Newcomers can apply for the CGEB immediately upon arrival by submitting Form RC151.
CGEB Benefit Calculator
Newcomer Application Assistant (Form RC151)
Newcomers (both PRs and temporary resident work/study permit holders who are tax residents) do not need to wait until they file their first tax return in April to get these quarterly payments. You can apply immediately upon arrival by mailing **Form RC151** to the CRA.
Checklist for Form RC151 Submission:
- Download and Complete Form RC151Fill out the "GST/HST Credit and Canada Groceries & Essentials Benefit Application for Individuals Who Become Residents of Canada".
- Valid Social Insurance Number (SIN)You must have obtained your SIN from Service Canada and include it on the form.
- Official Date of EntryEnter the exact day, month, and year you entered Canada to establish residency.
- Statement of Prior-Year World IncomeReport your foreign income earned in your home country for the previous 2 years in CAD. CRA uses this to determine clawbacks.
- Attach Direct Deposit AuthorizationAttach a void cheque or bank direct deposit slip so CRA can deposit quarterly payments directly into your Canadian account.
Clawback Thresholds
| Single Income Floor: | $ 43,000 |
| Couple Income Floor: | $ 55,000 |
| Clawback Rate: | 5.0% |
| Rebate Status: | Tax-Free |
CCR Program Closed
The Canada Carbon Rebate (CCR), formerly known as CAIP, has been discontinued as of 2026. Quarterly payments are no longer issued, making the Groceries & Essentials Benefit (CGEB) the main quarterly sales rebate program.