Poll Results: Canadians Remain Skeptical of the New Grocery Benefit

The federal government's new Canada Groceries and Essential Benefit is intended to help eligible Canadians cope with rising food prices and the increasing cost of everyday essentials. We asked our readers whether they believe it is the right solution to address inflation, and the response was decisive: 93% said "No," while just 7% said "Yes." 

Tax breaks and economic incentives have been peppered throughout Canada’s pre-election budget document with savers, seniors and small business corporations emerging as big winners. 

Self-sufficiency in self-funding future retirements is clearly an issue and the big news coming out of this budget is the opportunity to do so.

How did the Pre-Election Budget help you? We've included several scenario's in this report to help you consider whether you were a winner. 

Michael and Jessica are a young couple living in their condo in Vancouver.  How will the budget affect them?

Matthew and Ashley live in Winnipeg. They have two children, ages 3 and 5.  They own their own home. 

Brian and Patricia retired a few years ago.  Brian is 74 and Patricia is 72.  The couple live in Halifax, NS and have RRIF balances of $300,000 and $400,000 respectively.