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$200 Rebate Cheques Now Being Sent To Eligible Residents

ONTARIO-The Ontario government has begun issuing $200 taxpayer rebates to provincial taxpayers, as well as each of their eligible children, to help address the high cost of the federal carbon tax and high interest rates, with cheques set to reach families over the coming weeks.

“With Ontario families struggling due to the federal carbon tax, high interest rates and global economic uncertainty, our government is stepping up as part of our ongoing work to keep costs down and help families make ends meet,” said Peter Bethlenfalvy, Minister of Finance. “Our prudent fiscal management means our government is able to provide this critical support for families even as we continue to improve Ontario’s finances and invest in our world-class public services.”

The cheques are being mailed to all Ontario residents who are eligible for the taxpayer rebate. To qualify for the rebate, you must have been 18 years or older and a resident in Ontario on December 31, 2023, not be bankrupt or incarcerated in 2024, and have filed a 2023 Income Tax and Benefits Return by December 31, 2024.

Families who qualify for the Canada Child Benefit (CCB) payment will also receive a separate cheque totalling $200 for each eligible child under age 18. For example, an eligible family of five with two adults and three children will receive $1,000.

Ontarians can monitor the status of the cheques they are eligible for online.

Some local community service organizations are asking residents who are able to donate their rebate.
“As a collection of local social service organizations, we share a clear and urgent message: the demand for assistance has reached an unprecedented level. Many families in our communities grappling with hunger, cold, homelessness, isolation, safety, mental or physical health issues and other critical challenges. Many charities work tirelessly to create lasting change through initiatives in Indigenous education, environmental conservation, youth mentorship, community care, and more. The organizations dedicated to these causes can continue to make meaningful impacts with the help of those who are able to contribute.” said an open letter on social media. “If you are in a position to do so, please donate your $200 rebate to a charity of YOUR choice. You can find many charities on Canada Helps or donate directly on your charity’s website.” 
The letter was signed by 16 organizations including, Community Care, Ross Memorial Hospital Foundation, Dunsford Food Bank, The United Way, Kawartha Conservation and more. 

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