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Canada Child Benefit
A tax-free monthly payment to help families with the cost of raising children under 18. Lower-income families receive more. Children with a disability can get an extra amount.
Estimated value
Up to $8,157/year per child under 6, $6,883/year per child 6-17
How to apply
- 1
Register the birth or apply online
For a newborn, you can apply through the provincial birth registration. Otherwise apply through CRA My Account or Form RC66.
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File taxes every year
Both parents must file taxes each year, even with no income, so the CRA can keep paying the benefit.
- đĄ If your child is approved for the Disability Tax Credit, you also get the Child Disability Benefit automatically.
Documents you will need
- Social Insurance Number
- Proof of birth (if asked)
Processing time
Usually 8 weeks
How often it is paid
Monthly
Often applied for together
Last verified: August 31, 2026