The CRA makes Canada child benefit (CCB) payments on the following dates:
- June 20, 2026
- July 20, 2026
- August 19, 2026
- September 20, 2026
- October 20, 2026
- November 18, 2026
- December 13, 2026
You will not receive a monthly payment if your total benefit amount for the year is less than $240. Instead you will receive one lump sum payment with your July payment.
Go to My Account to see your next payment.
If you don’t receive your CCB payment on the expected payment date, please wait 5 working days before you contact us.
The CCB young child supplement (CCBYCS) has a different payment schedule. For more information, go to CCBYCS payment dates.
First payment
You should receive your first payment:
- within 8 weeks of our receiving your application online
- within 11 weeks of sending your application by mail