Starting with the July 2025 payment, families across Canada will notice changes to their Canada Child Benefit (CCB) amounts. The CCB — a tax-free monthly payment issued by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) — is adjusted annually for inflation. For the 2025–26 benefit year, the base federal amounts are increasing by 2.7%, and in some provinces and territories, eligible families can receive up to $300 more in additional payments through regional child benefit top-ups.
Here’s everything you need to know about how much more you could be receiving — and where that extra $300 is available.
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Federal Canada Child Benefit Rates for 2025–26
The CRA has confirmed the new CCB amounts for 2025–26 as follows:
- Up to $6,999 annually ($583.25/month) for each child under age 6
- Up to $6,746 annually ($562.17/month) for each child aged 6 to 17
These updated rates will apply to all families starting with the July 18, 2025 payment, based on your 2024 income tax return.
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Where the $300 Extra Comes From: Provincial and Territorial CCB Top-Ups
In addition to the federal CCB, nine provinces and territories provide their own monthly child benefits, stacked automatically on top of your CCB payment — no separate application is required.
Below is a province-by-province breakdown of the 2025–26 extra child benefit amounts.
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1. Ontario – Ontario Child Benefit (OCB)
- Up to $143.91 per child/month
- Available to low- and moderate-income families
- Starts phasing out at $26,364 adjusted family net income
2. British Columbia – BC Family Benefit (BCFB)
- $145.83 for first child
- $91.67 for second, $75 for each additional child
- Additional $41.67 for single-parent families
- Maximum benefit if income is below $29,526
- Minimum of $60/month per child up to $94,483 income
3. Newfoundland & Labrador – NLCB
- $152.16 for first child, increasing with each additional child
- Families under $17,397 income receive full amount
4. New Brunswick – NBCTB & NBWIS
- $20.83/month per child under 18 (NBCTB)
- Extra $20.83/month per family (NBWIS, based on working income)
- One-time $100 school supplement added in July CCB payment
5. Nova Scotia – NSCB
- $127.08/month per child
- Full benefit if income under $26,000, partial up to $34,000
6. Northwest Territories – NWT Child Benefit
- Up to $67.91/month for children under 6
- Lower amounts for older children
- Full benefit if income is under $30,000, phased out by $80,000
7. Yukon – Yukon Child Benefit (YCB)
- $78.08 per child/month (increased from $76.50 last year)
- Phases out at $35,000 family net income
8. Prince Edward Island – PEI Child Benefit
- $30/month per child if income under $45,000
- $20/month per child if income between $45,000 and $80,000
9. Nunavut – Nunavut Child Benefit (NUCB)
- $29/month per child
- Additional territorial workers’ supplement if earned income > $3,955
- Income limit: partial payments available up to $22,065
Do You Live in a Province Without a CCB Top-Up?
If you live in Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, or Quebec, your CCB payment includes only the federal portion, as those provinces operate separate programs — or no top-up at all — outside the CRA system.
How to Check Your CCB and Extra Benefits
To find out exactly how much you’ll receive this month:
- Log in to your CRA My Account
- Review your July 2025 CCB notice
- Use the CRA Child and Family Benefits Calculator to estimate your 2025–26 payment based on your province, income, and number of children
Final Thoughts
With the new CCB rates and provincial top-ups in effect, many families could see up to $300 more per child this year — a meaningful boost amid rising costs. If you’re a parent receiving the CCB, your July 18, 2025 payment may already reflect this higher amount, depending on your 2024 tax return and where you live.
Stay informed and monitor your CRA account regularly to ensure you’re receiving every dollar you qualify for.