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04/21/2026

Heads up! The GST/HST Tax Credit is changing to the Canada Grocery and Essentials Benefit (CGEB) on June 5!

Discover more at: https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/child-family-benefits/canada-groceries-essentials-benefit.html

Note: You need to file your 2025 taxes in order to qualify! Haven't filed yet? You have until April 30! Find a tax clinic near you at www.maketaxtimepay.ca and let us help you maximize your return!

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The Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit (CGEB) replaces the GST/HST credit in July 2026. It is a tax-free quarterly payment for individuals and families with low and modest incomes and may include payments from provincial and territorial programs.

04/17/2026

Some updated information on the one-time Grocery Benefit rolling out this summer (June 5) which will replace the GST/HST credit. You must file your income tax in order to be eligible for a refund, though if you were eligible for the existing GST/HST rebate, you will be eligible for the new Grocery Benefit.

Information here: https://www.cp24.com/news/canada/2026/04/17/canadians-to-get-one-time-groceries-benefit-payment-this-summer/?utm_source=Prosper+Canada+Subscriptions+%5BAll%5D&utm_campaign=d7a5f680e3-Media_Monitoring_January_8_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_536ea6808f-d7a5f680e3-452990519&mc_cid=d7a5f680e3&mc_eid=25522def7c

Haven't filed your taxes yet? We can help! Visit www.maketaxtimepay.ca for clinics closest to you. Tax deadline is April 30.

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Canadians will see their one-time groceries benefit payment on June 5, Canada Revenue Agency Secretary of State Wayne Long announced Friday.

03/10/2026

Tax season is OPEN! If you are a single person making $40,000/year or less, and are not self-employed or receive gig income (like Uber Eats, Uber, etc.), we can help you file your taxes for free!

For a list of clinics, or to determine family eligibility criteria, visit:
www.maketaxtimepay.ca.

Upcoming clinics this week:
March 11 at Londonderry Mall, Suite 166 - 4:30 - 8:30 PM
March 14 at Sprucewood Library - 10:30 AM - 4 PM

Make Tax Time Pay Free tax filing supports for Edmontonians Effective April 1, 2024, all Tax Clinic locations will be shifting to walk-in appointments only. There will be no appointments booked at our Tax Clinics unless expressly specified by a partner agency. What does this mean for you? Arrive ear...

12/31/2025

As we draw closer to the new year, we reflect on the past year with pride at the resilience and success of providing our community with help in our mission to change lives and grow communities. We are truly honoured to have been part of your journey. In 2025, we will continue to be committed to supporting you in every way possible and continue to build meaningful and long-lasting connections. From all of us at e4c, we wish you a bright and hopeful new year.

Our offices will be closed on January 1, 2026, in recognition of the New Year. If you need immediate supports, please call 2-1-1.

What are you looking forward to in 2026? Comment below!

12/30/2025

Here at e4c, our daily work focuses on addressing people’s most urgent needs in the here and now, while looking to provide support in moving towards lasting, positive change.

Our focus areas include food security, shelter and housing, communication connections, and education and skill development, and we draw upon resources in each area to meet the needs of the individuals.

Please share this post as a reminder to your network that there is still time to make a charitable contribution this year!

Please visit e4calberta.org/donate to get started.

12/29/2025

Holiday indulgences are cool and all, but don’t forget to add some fruit and veggies into the mix! We know this week will be filled with treats and festivities – so enjoy that, but don’t forget the essentials: water, exercise, and balance!

12/24/2025

As we approach the holidays, we continue to admire the people we serve and their resiliency to the everyday struggles they encounter. We are always honoured to have been part of the journey and remain committed to supporting our people served every step of the way.

We wish you and your family a safe, healthy, and happy holiday season however you may celebrate!

Our offices will be closed on Wednesday, December 25th and Thursday, December 26th in recognition of the holidays.

If you need immediate supports, please call 2-1-1.

12/19/2025

We want to wish our students a healthy and happy holiday season!

Today is their last day before the holiday break and will be back in class January 6th, 2025.

We know that the next week will be filled with treats and festivities – so enjoy them, but don’t forget the essentials: water, exercise, and balance. Try to squeeze in a vegetable or fruit in between all the holiday goodies!

12/16/2025

Did you know:

Our School Nutrition Program is a universal primary prevention program that supports children’s healthy social and emotional development. Through daily nutrition supports, the program builds students’ protective factors and resilience, creating including school communities that mitigate food insecurity.

Visit e4calberta.org to learn more!

12/11/2025

Happening tomorrow at our friends Edmonton's Food Bank Beyond Food Annex!

NEXT FRIDAY! Join the Edmonton Community Legal Centre (ECLC) at our Annex building for this PATHWAY TO PERMANENT RESIDENCY information session!

This is a free session but you must register in advance. Our contact information is at the bottom of the attached image. Thank YOU!

12/10/2025

The holidays are a time to come together with friends, family, and loved ones. Here at e4c we understand that for most the holiday seasons is mixed with emotions – it can be overwhelming and lonely. If this season does not provide you with intended cheer, please know you are not alone, and we are here to support you. Kindness and compassion go a long way, not only for strangers but also for yourself. Our Peer Support program with e4c’s Wellness Network provides a wide range of programming for self-directed exploration, and strengths-based learning for persons wanting to enhance their social supports and networks.

For more information and to sign up, visit wellnessnetworkedmonton.com.

This holiday season let’s remember to extend compassion to those around us, and to ourselves.