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Canada Child Benefit (CCB)

Monthly tax-free payment for families with children under 18. Based on family net income. Newcomers can apply from their first month in Canada via Form RC66.

Reviewed by Ben Stevenson, Managing Editor, Canadian Money Help Updated April 21, 2026 Methodology

Eligibility

  • Parent or guardian of a child under 18
  • Canadian resident for tax purposes
  • You or your spouse/partner must be Canadian citizen, PR, protected person, temporary resident with 18+ months of residency, or Indigenous person registered under the Indian Act

Limits and rules

  • 2026 maximum annual payment: ~$7,787 per child under 6, ~$6,570 per child 6–17 (verify current year)
  • Phased out above family net income threshold (~$37,000 for 2026 base)
  • Paid monthly to the primary caregiver

Source

CRA: Canada Child Benefit →