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Prince Edward IslandFamily & children
PEI Child Benefit
A tax-free monthly amount for low- and middle-income PEI families with children under 18, paid with the Canada Child Benefit. It began in 2025.
Estimated value
Up to about $410/year per child (income under $45,000); less up to $80,000
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Who qualifies
- You must be a PEI resident receiving the Canada Child Benefit, with family income of $80,000 or less.
How to apply
- 1
File your taxes
No separate application. Receive the Canada Child Benefit and file taxes; the PEI Child Benefit is added automatically.
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Documents you will need
- Filed tax returns
How often it is paid
Monthly
Good to know
- This benefit began in 2025 and is paid automatically with the Canada Child Benefit.
Often applied for together
Last verified: August 31, 2026