Worried posts about a $3,000 GST rebate are going viral—but they’re not real.
In 2025, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) continues to pay the GST/HST credit, a tax-free quarterly benefit that helps low- and modest-income Canadians offset sales tax.
There is no new $3,000 rebate; the true program has set eligibility rules, fixed payment dates, and defined maximum amounts for each payment cycle.
Below is a clean, up-to-date guide so you can quickly see who qualifies, how much you can get, and when money lands.
What Is The GST/HST Credit In 2025
The GST/HST credit is a quarterly, tax-free payment.
If you qualify, you’re automatically assessed when you file your tax return; there’s no separate application for most people.
Who Qualifies In 2025
You’re generally eligible if you’re a Canadian resident for tax purposes, at least 19 years old (or you have/ had a spouse or common-law partner, or you’re a parent living with your child), and your adjusted family net income is below the CRA thresholds for your family situation.
Filing your return is essential to be considered.
When Payments Will Be Made In 2025
For the 2025 calendar year, the GST/HST credit is scheduled for January 3, April 4, July 4, and October 3, 2025.
Payments are typically deposited on those dates if you use direct deposit.
How Much You Can Receive (Current Cycle)
Amounts depend on your income and family size.
For the July 2025–June 2026 payment period (based on your 2024 tax return), the maximum annual amounts are up to $533 (single), $698 (married/common-law), plus $184 per child under 19.
Your actual entitlement phases out as income rises.
Watch Out For Misinformation
The CRA has explicitly warned that online claims about new “extra rebates”—including viral posts about grocery rebates or large “top-ups” in 2025—are scams or misinformation.
Always verify on official Government of Canada pages before sharing personal information.
Key 2025 Details At A Glance
| Item | 2025 Details |
|---|---|
| Official program | GST/HST credit (quarterly, tax-free) |
| 2025 payment dates | Jan 3, Apr 4, Jul 4, Oct 3, 2025 |
| Max annual amounts (Jul 2025–Jun 2026) | $533 (single), $698 (married/common-law), $184 per child |
| Basic eligibility | 19+, Canadian resident for tax purposes, filed tax return, income below CRA thresholds |
| How paid | Direct deposit (fastest) or cheque |
| Misinformation note | No $3,000 GST rebate; beware fake “extra” payments |
(CRA payment dates and amounts confirmed on Canada.ca; misinformation warning published by CRA.)
How To Make Sure You’re Paid On Time
- File your tax return every year—even with little or no income.
- Keep direct deposit and address information updated in CRA My Account to avoid delays or missing cheques.
If you’ve seen posts promising a $3,000 GST “rebate”, ignore them.
The authentic benefit is the GST/HST credit, which pays quarterly on January 3, April 4, July 4, and October 3, 2025 to eligible Canadians.
To get what you’re entitled to, file your return, keep your CRA My Account details current, and verify any “extra payment” claims directly on Canada.ca.
This way, you’ll receive the correct amount—and avoid scams.
FAQs
No. That headline is misinformation. The legitimate program is the GST/HST credit, paid quarterly with amounts in the hundreds, not thousands.