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New Brunswick Child Tax Benefit
A tax-free monthly amount for low-income New Brunswick families with children under 18, paid with the Canada Child Benefit. A working-income supplement may add more.
Estimated value
About $250/year per child, plus a possible working-income supplement
Apply for this first â it unlocks other benefits: Canada Child Benefit
Who qualifies
- You must be a New Brunswick resident receiving the Canada Child Benefit, with a low family income.
How to apply
- 1
File your taxes
No separate application. File your taxes and receive the Canada Child Benefit; the NB Child Tax Benefit is assessed automatically.
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Documents you will need
- Filed tax returns
How often it is paid
Monthly
Good to know
- It is paid automatically with the Canada Child Benefit.
Often applied for together
Last verified: August 31, 2026