Canadian parents receiving the Canada Child Benefit (CCB) can expect their next payment on Wednesday, August 20, 2026. The CCB is a tax-free monthly payment from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) designed to help families with the cost of raising children.
Each July, the CRA recalculates benefit amounts based on the previous year’s income (for the 2026–2026 benefit year, that’s your 2026 adjusted family net income). Payments are indexed to inflation, meaning amounts are adjusted annually to keep pace with the cost of living.
Canada Child Tax Benefit Payment For August 2026
How Much You Could Receive in August 2026
For July 2026 to June 2026, the maximum annual CCB is:
Calculate Your 2026 COLA Increase →- $7,997 per child under age 6 (about $666.41 per month)
- $6,748 per child aged 6–17 (about $562.33 per month)
Families with children eligible for the Disability Tax Credit (DTC) may receive up to an additional $3,411 per year ($284.25 per month) per eligible child.
The exact amount depends on:
- Number of eligible children
- Children’s ages
- Adjusted family net income
- Disability eligibility
- Custody arrangements (shared custody means each parent receives 50% of the calculated amount)
Canada Child Benefit Payment Dates for 2026
Here are all the child tax benefit payment dates for this year:
- January 20, 2026
- February 20, 2026
- March 20, 2026
- April 17, 2026
- May 20, 2026
- June 20, 2026
- July 18, 2026
- August 20, 2026 (up next)
- September 19, 2026
- October 20, 2026
- November 20, 2026
- December 12, 2026
If you don’t see your deposit on the payment date, the CRA recommends waiting five business days before contacting them. Parents not yet registered may be able to claim retroactive payments for up to 10 years.
How to Check If You’re Eligible
You may qualify for the CCB if:
- You live with and are primarily responsible for a child under 18
- You are a resident of Canada for tax purposes
- You or your spouse/common-law partner is a:
- Canadian citizen
- Permanent resident
- Protected person
- Temporary resident who has lived in Canada for at least 18 months with a valid permit in the 19th month
- Registered under the Indian Act
Since January 2026, if a child receiving the CCB passes away, payments (including the CDB) will continue for six months after the death, provided eligibility criteria are still met. This change aims to help families manage costs, including funeral expenses.
How to Apply and Check Your Payment
You can apply for the CCB:
- Through your CRA My Account
- At birth registration in most provinces and territories
- By mailing Form RC66 to the CRA
Check your payment status and eligibility anytime through the CRA My Account portal or by calling their automated line.
