Here Are All The Benefit Dates You Might Be Eligible For In 2026

The Government of Canada has just updated its page on benefit and credit payment dates. As the cost of living keeps heading upward, it’s important to know exactly when you’ll be getting those benefits– if you’re eligible.

With Budget 2025 kicking into effect, here’s everything you need to be aware of as the new year begins.

Government of Canada Credit And Benefit Dates In 2026

Canada Child Benefit

The Canada Child Benefit (CCB) is a monthly payment administered by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). Eligible families can receive this payment to ensure they can support the growing costs of raising a family. Eligibility depends on a variety of factors. This includes you being “primarily responsible for the care and upbringing of the child.” To check if you can receive the CCB, the Government of Canada provides a full run-down of all the details. Maximum annual payments can reach up to $7,787.

January 20, 2026
February 20, 2026
March 20, 2026
April 20, 2026
May 20, 2026
June 19, 2026
July 20, 2026
August 20, 2026
September 18, 2026
October 20, 2026
November 20, 2026
December 11, 2026

Canada Workers Benefit

The Canada Workers Benefit (CWB) is a “refundable tax credit to help individuals and families who are working and earning a low income.” The CWB comes in two parts, with a basic amount and a disability supplement. Eligible folks include those who earn a net income below the net level set for your province or territory of residence, and are Canadian residents who are 19 years of age or older.

January 12, 2026
July 10, 2026
October 9, 2026

Canada Disability Benefit

The Canada Disability Benefit is another monthly payment, but this time administered by Service Canada. These payments “provide… direct financial support to people with disabilities who are between 18 and 64 years old.” Eligible folks include those who are between the aforementioned ages, approved for the disability tax credit, and have filed their federal income tax return. You must also be a Canadian resident for income tax filing purposes. The maximum annual amount you can receive from July 2025 to June 2026 is $2,400.

January 15, 2026
February 19, 2026
March 19, 2026
April 16, 2026
May 21, 2026
June 18, 2026
July 20, 2026
August 20, 2026
September 17, 2026
October 15, 2026
November 19, 2026
December 17, 2026

Canada Pension Plan

If you’re retired, then that means it’s almost time for your Canada Pension Plan (CPP) payment to come through. This monthly, taxable benefit “replaces part of your income when you retire”, and will keep coming each month for the rest of your life. To qualify, all you have to be is at least 60 years old and have made at least one valid contribution to the CPP. You can also keep working after you begin receiving your CPP retirement pension– it won’t be reduced, and you may also qualify for the CPP Post-Retirement Benefit.

January 28, 2026
February 25, 2026
March 27, 2026
April 28, 2026
May 27, 2026
June 26, 2026
July 29, 2026
August 27, 2026
September 25, 2026
October 28, 2026
November 26, 2026
December 22, 2026

GOODS AND SERVICES TAX CREDIT

For families with low and/or modest incomes, the goods and services/harmonized sales tax (GST/HST) credit helps to offset the GST or HST that they pay. This is a tax-free quarterly payment that you are automatically considered for when you file your taxes. The CRA notes that you are “generally eligible” if you are at least 19 years old, and are a resident of Canada for tax purposes during the month before the CRA makes a payment. Additionally, you must be a Canadian resident at the beginning of the month the CRA makes a payment.

January 5, 2026
April 2, 2026
July 3, 2026
October 5, 2026

Old Age Security

If you’re 65 and older, then the Old Age Security (OAS) pension is a monthly payment that you can receive. As long as you have sufficient information available, Service Canada will automatically enroll you into the payment plan. Qualifications include the aforementioned age range, as well as being a Canadian citizen or legal resident at the time of OAS approval. You must also have resided in Canada for at least 10 years since the age of 18. There are other qualifications for those living outside of Canada, which you can check here.

January 28, 2026
February 25, 2026
March 27, 2026
April 28, 2026
May 27, 2026
June 26, 2026
July 29, 2026
August 27, 2026
September 25, 2026
October 28, 2026
November 26, 2026
December 22, 2026

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