Canada highlights Budget 2026 investments in affordability

Environment and Climate Change Canada highlighted Budget 2026 investments during a visit by Nathalie Provost and Élisabeth Brière in Sherbrooke, Quebec.

• The release announces a one-time 50% increase to the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit for the 2026-2027 benefit year, providing up to $339 for a single person without children or up to $679 for a couple with two children in early 2027.
• It also says Budget 2026 will fund Canada’s Electricity Strategy to double grid capacity by 2050, invest in nuclear energy and critical minerals, include a Canada Strong Fund and Productivity Mega Deduction, and advance affordability measures such as one million energy-efficient home retrofits and expanded Nutrition North Canada.