Starting July 20, Canada Child Benefit (CCB) payments have increased for the 2026–27 benefit year. Eligible families can now receive up to $8,157 per child under the age of 6 and up to $6,883 per child aged 6 through 17.
This represents an increase of up to $160 per child under age 6 and up to $135 per child aged 6 to 17 compared to the previous year, helping families manage everyday expenses such as groceries, clothing and childcare.
The CCB supports about 3.6 million families caring for 6 million children, delivering approximately $30 billion in annual tax-free payments. The CCB has helped to lift hundreds of thousands of children out of poverty and has put more money directly into the pockets of parents who need it most.
Canada child benefit (CCB) - Canada.ca
