Many Canadians are asking about the Canada GST Credit in August 2025 and whether a payment is coming this month. The GST/HST credit is one of the most reliable federal supports for individuals and families with modest incomes, but the payment schedule often causes confusion.
Here’s a clear breakdown of when payments arrive, who qualifies, and how much you can expect in 2025.
Is There a GST Credit Payment in August 2025?
The short answer is no. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) sends out GST/HST credit payments every three months, not every month. The official payment dates for the current benefit year are:
- July 4, 2025
- October 3, 2025
- January 5, 2026
- April 3, 2026
That means the last deposit went out in July and the next one will arrive in October. If you’re waiting for the Canada GST Credit August 2025, you won’t see a payment this month.
Who Can Get the Canada GST Credit in 2025?
The GST credit is designed for low- and modest-income Canadians. To qualify, you must:
- Be a Canadian resident for tax purposes when the CRA issues the payment.
- Be 19 years or older, unless you have a child or a spouse/common-law partner.
- Have filed your 2024 income tax return, since the CRA uses it to calculate payments for July 2025 to June 2026.
How Much Is the Canada GST Credit Worth in 2025?
Your exact amount depends on your family situation and income, but here are the maximum yearly amounts:
- $533 for a single person
- $698 for married or common-law couples
- $184 for each child under 19
The CRA reduces your payment if your income is above a certain threshold. Most people receive between $100 and $200 per quarter, while families with children receive more.
Examples of GST Credit Payments
- A single person receiving the maximum will get about $133 every quarter.
- A couple with two children could get around $311 per quarter.
These amounts appear in your CRA My Account or on your official benefit notice.
Why Do Some People Get a $680 CRA Payment?
You may hear about the $680 CRA payment, which refers to the maximum GST credit for couples (plus the child amount if applicable). For example, a couple with two kids could receive over $1,000 annually.
If your annual entitlement is less than $50 per quarter, the CRA pays it all at once in July 2025 instead of spreading it across the year.
Your GST credit is based on your personal and family details, so you need to update the CRA if anything changes, including:
- A new child in the household
- Change in marital status
- Moving to a new address
- Reassessment of your income
