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Minister Calls GST Holiday Cheques for 18 Million Canadians a Targeted Approach

  • Finance Minister announced $250 cheques for 18 million Canadians as part of a GST holiday from Dec. 14 to Feb. 15, 2025.
  • The "Working Canadians Rebate" aims to alleviate affordability pressures, targeting those who worked in 2023 and earned $150,000 or less.
  • Critics argue the measure excludes seniors and other vulnerable groups, sparking debate over its inclusivity.