Canada Child Benefit payments for June 2025 go out next week and rates are changing soon
It's the last payment of the benefit year! 💰
Canadian parents can get up to $650 per child this month from the CCB.
Parents across Canada can expect a bit of relief soon, as the Canada Child Benefit is set to hit bank accounts next week.
From summer activities to surprise school fees and those nonstop grocery runs, kid-related costs don't exactly take a break. But thankfully, one of Canada's biggest government payments is coming through once again.
The Canada Child Benefit (CCB) is a tax-free monthly payment delivered by the Canada Revenue Agency, and it plays a big role in helping families manage the cost of living.
For millions of parents, it's a dependable part of the monthly budget, and it's just one of several benefit payments Canadians can get in June.
This June payment also marks the end of the current benefit cycle. Starting in July, new amounts will kick in — updated to reflect both inflation and the income you reported on your most recent tax return.
The amount you get depends on your household income and the number of children you have — and some parents could be looking at hundreds or even thousands of dollars each month.
Here's what to know about the June 2025 CCB payment, from when it lands to how much you could get.
What is the Canada Child Benefit?
The Canada Child Benefit, or CCB, is a tax-free monthly payment from the federal government designed to help families with the costs of raising children. It's managed by the Canada Revenue Agency and aims to make everyday expenses a bit more manageable for parents and guardians.
Introduced in 2016 as a replacement for the Universal Child Care Benefit, the CCB has become a key source of financial support for households across the country. The amount a family receives depends on several factors — mainly household income, how many children live in the home and whether any of them qualify for the Child Disability Benefit.
In some parts of the country, provinces and territories may also kick in additional payments, which means your total support could vary based on where you live.
Who is eligible for the Canada Child Benefit?
To receive the Canada Child Benefit, you must live in Canada and be considered a resident for tax purposes. You're also required to be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, protected person, temporary resident with valid status for at least 18 months or someone registered under the Indian Act.
Eligibility also depends on your living situation — you must live with at least one child under 18 and be their primary caregiver.
There's no hard income cap to apply, but the payment amount is gradually reduced out as your income increases. So while families with higher earnings may get smaller payments, they can still qualify for a partial benefit. The actual amount is calculated based on your household income and the number of children you're raising.
How to apply for the Canada Child Benefit
If you've recently had a baby or become the main caregiver for a child, you should apply for the Canada Child Benefit as soon as possible. The sooner your application is processed, the sooner your monthly payments can begin.
The easiest time to apply is during birth registration. In most provinces, you can consent to share your information with the Canada Revenue Agency and include your social insurance number — this allows your CCB application to be submitted automatically with no extra steps.
If you didn't apply at birth, no worries. You can still apply anytime through your CRA My Account by selecting the option to apply for child benefits. You can also complete Form RC66 and mail it to your regional tax centre if you prefer using paper forms.
To stay eligible for the CCB, both you and your partner (if applicable) need to file a tax return each year, even if you had no income. If you haven't filed for 2024 yet, you'll want to do that soon to avoid any disruption to your payments this summer.
When you apply for the CCB, the CRA will also assess whether you're eligible for any provincial or territorial child benefits — there's no need to apply for those separately.
How much is the Canada Child Benefit?
Canada Child Benefit payments vary from one family to another, based on a few key details — including your household income, the number of children you're raising, their ages and your marital status.
For this final payment of the current cycle (July 2024 to June 2025), the amount you receive is based on your income from the 2023 tax year. Families with an adjusted net income of $36,502 or less qualify for the maximum monthly amount: $648.91 per child under the age of 6, and $547.50 per child aged 6 to 17.
If your income is higher than that, you can still receive CCB payments — they're just reduced on a sliding scale.
Each July, the CRA recalculates your benefit using your most recent tax return and adjusts the numbers for inflation. Starting next month, payments will be based on your 2024 income, and maximums are getting a modest bump up to $666.41 and $562.33 monthly.
In addition to the federal benefit, several provinces and territories — B.C., Ontario, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, P.E.I., Newfoundland and Labrador and all three territories — offer extra payments. Depending on where you live, those top-ups can add up to $300 more per child every month.
Plus, if you have a child who is eligible for the Disability Tax Credit (DTC), you can get up to $276.83 more per month in your CCB payments from the Child Disability Benefit.
Canada Child Benefit calculator
To get an idea of how much you might receive through the Canada Child Benefit each month, you can use the CRA's online CCB payment calculator. It's a quick and easy tool that gives you a personalized estimate based on your details.
The calculator asks for your household income, the number of children you're supporting and their ages. It also considers any eligibility for the Child Disability Benefit, along with provincial or territorial top-ups where applicable.
Is the Canada Child Benefit taxable?
No, the Canada Child Benefit is not taxable. You don't need to include it as income on your tax return, and it won't affect how much you owe or reduce your refund. Whatever amount you receive is yours to keep — there are no tax implications now or later.
When are the Canada Child Benefit payment dates?
CCB payments are typically issued on the 20th of each month. If the 20th lands on a weekend or a holiday, the payment is sent out on the closest business day beforehand.
The next CCB payment is set for Friday, June 20. This is the final payment of the benefit cycle (based on the 2023 tax year), with the next payment in July reflecting the new amounts for the 2024 tax year.
Here are the remaining payment dates for 2025:
- Friday, July 18
- Wednesday, August 20
- Friday, September 19
- Monday, October 20
- Thursday, November 20
- Friday, December 12
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