Millions of people are receiving the new Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit today as the one-time GST top-up payment hits bank accounts.
CTV's Peter Szperling speaks with mother Santina Roop and Ottawa Food Bank director of communications Tricia Johnson about how the funds provide relief amid the high cost of food.
The Canada Revenue Agency automatically determines eligibility, providing up to $717 for families with four children to combat affordability challenges.
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