Canada

Canadian benefit changes in 2027

A concise map of what is confirmed, what is still a proposal, and what continues into 2027. MyEligible does not decide eligibility or calculate payments.

Use this hub to see who is affected, effective dates, and practical next steps. Each item links to an existing MyEligible guide where one exists. Official sources and last-verified dates are listed at the bottom.

At a glance

March 2027 (announced): eligible lower-income Canadians may review and approve a pre-filled return in their CRA account before the April 30 filing deadline.
Winter 2027 (confirmed): one-time $150 Canada Disability Benefit supplemental payments for eligible recipients in phase 2 (not a monthly increase).
2027 tax year (proposed): expanded Disability Tax Credit certification roles for certain practitioners; not yet law.
January 1, 2027 (confirmed): EI maximum insurable earnings rise to $70,800; maximum weekly benefit about $749 outside Quebec.
January and April 2027 (continuing): Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit quarterly payments for the July 2026 to June 2027 benefit year.
December 31, 2027 (confirmed): Alberta's $200/month ADAP transition top-up for former AISH clients ends.

Changes by topic

Announced planMarch 2027 (announced)

CRA pre-filled tax returns

Who is affected: Lower-income individuals with a simple tax situation whom the CRA identifies as eligible. Budget materials reference about one million people in the first wave.
What changes: The CRA plans to show a pre-filled return in My Account. You could review, correct, and consent or decline before the CRA files on your behalf. This is separate from SimpleFile and from the proposed fall 2026 deemed-filing pilot (which requires Royal Assent).
What to do next: If you are not invited, file through SimpleFile (digital, phone, or paper where eligible), certified tax software, or a community clinic. Keep benefits current by filing on time even without a pre-filled offer.

Open the file-taxes-for-benefits guide

ConfirmedWinter 2027 phase (confirmed)

Canada Disability Benefit $150 supplemental payment

Who is affected: CDB recipients who became eligible from July 2026 onward, and people re-certified for the Disability Tax Credit while still entitled to CDB. Phase 1 (September 2026) covered earlier recipients.
What changes: A one-time $150 lump-sum supplemental amount per qualifying DTC certificate. Regulations set the amount at $150. It is not a monthly benefit increase. New approvals from March 2027 onward generally receive it with the first allocation payment.
What to do next: No application is required. Confirm your DTC and CDB status, watch for the lump-sum deposit, and keep tax filing current for ongoing monthly CDB amounts.

Open the Canada Disability Benefit guide

ProposedCertificates issued after 2026 for 2027+ tax years (proposed)

Expanded DTC certification roles

Who is affected: People applying for the Disability Tax Credit whose impairments could be certified by an expanded practitioner list, if legislation passes.
What changes: Spring Economic Update 2026 and draft legislation propose letting podiatrists certify walking impairments and broadening physiotherapist, occupational therapist, and speech-language pathologist roles. This is not yet enacted.
What to do next: Until rules are law, use current T2201 requirements and a practitioner already recognized for your impairment type. Track CRA updates before relying on new certifiers.

Open the DTC application helper

ConfirmedJanuary 1, 2027 (confirmed)

Employment Insurance maximums for 2027

Who is affected: Employees and employers paying EI premiums, and EI claimants whose benefits are calculated from insurable earnings.
What changes: The 2027 maximum insurable earnings are $70,800 (up from $68,900 in 2026). The employee premium rate outside Quebec is $1.64 per $100 of insurable earnings. The maximum weekly EI benefit is about $749.
What to do next: If you lose work in 2027, check insurable hours, waiting periods, and whether temporary EI measures still apply to your claim start date.

Open the job loss and EI guide

ContinuingJanuary 5 and April 2, 2027 (continuing)

Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit in 2027

Who is affected: Low- and modest-income individuals and families who file taxes and qualify for the benefit (formerly GST/HST credit).
What changes: Quarterly CGEB payments continue in the July 2026 to June 2027 benefit year, including January and April 2027. The 25% increase from July 2026 remains for five years (2026 to 2031). This is not the June 2025 one-time GST top-up.
What to do next: File your 2025 tax return if you have not already. Check My Account for payment dates and amounts.

Open the file-taxes-for-benefits guide

ConfirmedEnds December 31, 2027 (confirmed)

Alberta ADAP $200 transition protection

Who is affected: AISH clients who transitioned to the Alberta Disability Assistance Program (ADAP) in July 2026. Excludes clients on a modified living allowance.
What changes: A $200/month transition benefit keeps total cash near the former AISH level until December 31, 2027. After that, standard ADAP rates apply unless you qualify for AISH again or have other income.
What to do next: Plan for 2028 cash flow. You may remain on ADAP or apply for AISH reassessment. Alberta covers one Disability Medical Report for eligible former AISH clients who choose reassessment.

Open the AISH to ADAP transition guide

Open policy questions

Items we are watching but cannot state as confirmed.

Final eligibility rules and invitation criteria for CRA pre-filled returns and the deemed-filing pilot.
Royal Assent and commencement dates for proposed DTC certification expansions.
Whether Alberta will extend or replace the ADAP transition top-up beyond December 31, 2027.

Official sources

Last reviewed for this tool: 2026-09-16. Amounts may change.