If you’re a parent living in Canada, the Canada Child Benefit (CCB) is a helpful monthly payment that can make your life a bit easier. It gives you money each month to help with the cost of raising your children, like buying food, clothes, and school supplies.
This support is especially useful when everything is getting more expensive. In this guide, you’ll find out about the CCB payment dates from August to December 2025, how much you might receive, who can apply, and a new rule that started this year.
What is the Canada Child Benefit (CCB)?
The Canada Child Benefit (CCB) is a tax-free monthly payment given by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) to families who are raising children under the age of 18. This money helps cover basic expenses like:
- Food
- Clothes
- Childcare
- School costs
You don’t have to pay taxes on this money, and it’s based on your family income, your child’s age, and other factors like whether your child has a disability. The CCB began in 2016 and has been adjusted for inflation every year since 2018.
CCB Payment Dates from August to December 2025
Here are the official Canada Child Benefit (CCB) payment dates for the second half of 2025:
| Month | CCB Payment Date |
|---|---|
| August | August 20, 2025 |
| September | September 19, 2025 |
| October | October 20, 2025 |
| November | November 20, 2025 |
| December | December 12, 2025 |
If you don’t see the payment in your bank account on these dates, don’t panic. Wait five business days before contacting the CRA.
How Much Can You Get from the CCB?
The amount you receive depends on your adjusted family net income, how many children you have, and their ages.
For the benefit year July 2025 to June 2026, the maximum amounts are:
- $7,997 per child under the age of 6
(around $666.41 per month) - $6,748 per child aged 6 through 17
(around $562.33 per month) - If your child has a disability and qualifies for the Disability Tax Credit (DTC), you may receive up to an extra $3,411 per year (about $284.25/month)
If your family earned less than $37,487 in 2024, you’ll likely receive the maximum amount. If you earned more, your CCB will be reduced based on your income.
Who Can Apply for the CCB?
You can apply for the CCB if you meet all these conditions:
- You live in Canada
- You are primarily responsible for raising a child under 18
- You or your spouse/common-law partner is:
- A Canadian citizen
- A permanent resident
- A protected person
- A temporary resident who has lived in Canada for the last 18 months
- Someone who qualifies under the Indian Act
You’ll also need to file your taxes every year—even if you don’t earn money—to stay eligible for the benefit.
New Rule for CCB in 2025
One of the biggest changes in 2025 is about what happens if a child who was receiving the CCB sadly passes away. Before, payments would stop the next month.
Now, starting in January 2025, the CCB (and Child Disability Benefit) will continue for six months after the child’s death. This extra support helps families pay for funeral costs and other expenses during a very difficult time.
Can You Get Back Pay if You Didn’t Apply?
Yes! If you missed applying for the CCB in the past, you might still be able to get payments from previous years. The CRA allows you to apply for retroactive payments going back 10 years, as long as you were eligible during that time.
So if you think you missed out, it’s worth checking and applying as soon as possible.
What If You Share Custody?
If both parents share custody of a child, then each parent will receive 50% of the CCB payment they would get if they had full custody. Each parent’s payment is based on their own income.
The Canada Child Benefit is a powerful and helpful tool for families raising children in Canada. From August to December 2025, you can expect regular monthly payments that make it easier to manage your family’s daily costs.
Whether it’s groceries, clothing, or daycare, the CCB is here to support you. With the new rule extending payments in difficult times and the ability to apply for missed payments, it’s more important than ever to stay informed.
Check your eligibility, mark the payment dates, and make sure you get the support your family deserves.
FAQs
What if I didn’t get my CCB payment on time?
Wait at least five business days after the scheduled date. If you still haven’t received it, contact the CRA directly.
Can I still apply if I missed registering before?
Yes, you can. You may be able to receive retroactive payments for up to 10 years if you were eligible.
How does the CRA decide how much CCB I get?
The CRA looks at your adjusted family net income, your child’s age, and whether your child qualifies for the Disability Tax Credit.