CRA CERB repayment

Now, of course, they have to pay it back, with the Canada Revenue Agency sending repayment notices to those it has determined either weren't eligible at all or ...

If you simply cannot afford to pay your CERB balance back, and you’ve tried the suggestions above, you might have a case of too much debt. If you have the option to take extra shifts or book additional work into your schedule, do it. Cash in your loyalty points for essential purchases like groceries, and put the savings toward your CERB debt. The good news (if there can be any in this situation) is that if you can’t afford to pay the full bill at once, you can set up a repayment plan with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). You’ll need to contact the CRA directly to work out the details. Have you lent money to a friend or family member? If you haven’t used it recently or if it has a negative memory associated with it, it’s got to go.