Canada Child Benefit (CCB) in 2025: Updated Payment Amounts and Eligibility Explained

(As of June 2025) The Canada Child Benefit (CCB) is a key financial support program for families raising children under age 18. Every July, the benefit amounts are updated to reflect inflation and income changes.

This article explains the updated 2025–2026 CCB payment amounts, new income limits, how much you can receive per child, and how to apply or verify your eligibility.
Find out how much you can receive through the CCB in 2025 and whether your family qualifies under the new income thresholds.

What Is the Canada Child Benefit (CCB)?

The CCB is a tax-free monthly payment from the federal government to help eligible families with the cost of raising children. It’s administered by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and based on net family income and number of children.

Who Is Eligible for CCB in 2025?

You may be eligible if you:

• Are the primary caregiver of a child under age 18
• Reside in Canada and file a tax return every year
• Have a child who is a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or protected person

Both parents must file their taxes to receive full benefit calculations, even if one has no income.

📢 2025–2026 CCB Payment Amounts (Effective July 2025)

The updated CCB maximum annual amounts are:

• 🧒 Under age 6: $7,997 per child
• 👧 Ages 6 to 17: $6,748 per child

These amounts are gradually reduced based on your adjusted family net income (AFNI) over $37,487.

How Are Payments Calculated?

CCB amounts decrease as income increases, with the phase-out rate as follows:

• $37,487–$81,222

Reduced by 7%

• $81,222–$120,000

Reduced by 13.5%

• Above $120,000

Reduced by 23%

You can estimate your payment using the CRA’s online child benefit calculator.

When Are CCB Payments Issued in 2025?

Payments are issued monthly on or around the 20th of each month. Key upcoming dates include:

• July 19, 2025
• August 20, 2025
• September 20, 2025

If you miss a payment or move, update your address and direct deposit info on your CRA My Account.

How to Apply for CCB

You can apply:

1. When registering a birth through your province’s birth registration system (Automated CCB)
2. Through CRA My Account
3. Using Form RC66 (Canada Child Benefits Application)

📌 Tip: Apply as soon as your child is born or arrives in your care to avoid delays in payments.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. Can I receive CCB if I’m a single parent?

Yes. Single parents are eligible and may receive higher payments depending on their income and number of children.

Q2. Do I need to reapply for CCB every year?

No. As long as you file taxes annually and remain eligible, payments are automatically renewed each year.

Q3. Will CCB affect my other benefits?

No. CCB is tax-free and does not count as income for most other federal and provincial programs.

Q4. I recently moved to Canada. Can I apply for CCB?

Yes. If you meet residency and immigration status requirements and file taxes, you may qualify.

Q5. What if I have shared custody?

In shared custody, each parent may receive 50% of the monthly CCB amount if the child lives equally with both.

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