Canada Child Benefit Increases 2% Starting July 20, 2026 – Up to $8,157 Per Child Under 6
OTTAWA — July 18, 2026 — Starting Monday, eligible families in Canada will see their monthly Canada Child Benefit (CCB) payments increase as the annual indexation takes effect for the 2026–2027 benefit year .
The new benefit rates provide families with up to $8,157 per child under the age of 6 and up to $6,883 per child aged 6 to 17 – representing an increase of up to $160 for younger children and up to $135 for older children compared to the previous year .
New Canada Child Benefit Rates (2026–2027)
Child Age | Maximum Annual Benefit | Increase from 2025–2026 |
Under 6 years | Up to $8,157 | +$160 |
6 to 17 years | Up to $6,883 | +$135 |
Source: Government of Canada
The 2% indexation increase reflects the annual adjustment based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) to keep pace with inflation and the rising cost of living . This is slightly lower than the 2.7% increase seen in 2025 .
Who Receives the Maximum Benefit
Families with an adjusted family net income of less than $37,487 will receive the maximum benefit amount . The benefit is income-tested and gradually phases out for higher-income families.
The CCB supports approximately:
3.6 million families nationally
6 million children
$30 billion in annual tax-free payments
Example Payment
A family with one 5-year-old and one 9-year-old with an adjusted family net income of $65,000 will receive approximately $11,430 in 2026–2027 – nearly $400 more than they would have received in 2025–2026 .
How the Benefit Is Calculated
Factor | Details |
Income Used | Prior year's adjusted net family income (2025 tax return) |
Child Age | Under 6 vs. 6 to 17 |
Number of Children | Benefit increases with each child |
Custody Arrangements | Shared custody: each parent receives half |
The CCB is indexed annually to inflation and has been since 2018, ensuring families receive predictable and responsive support .
When to Expect Payment
Date | Event |
July 1, 2026 | Start of new benefit year |
July 20, 2026 | First increased payment date |
Next payments | Monthly on the 20th (or next business day) |
The benefit year spans from July 1 to June 30 of the next year.
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