Updated November 2, 2026. Dates below are taken from the official Government of Canada benefit calendars (Benefits payment dates and CRA benefit payment dates).
Millions of Canadians rely on federal and provincial benefit payments such as the Canada Child Benefit (CCB), the Canada Pension Plan (CPP), Old Age Security (OAS) and the GST/HST credit. This page originally covered the June 2025 payment dates. We’ve corrected it against the official calendars and added the upcoming 2026 dates so it stays useful.
Correction: there was no June 2025 GST/HST credit payment
An earlier version of this article listed a GST/HST credit payment on June 5, 2025. That was wrong. According to Canada.ca, the 2025 GST/HST credit was paid on January 3, April 4, July 4 and October 3, 2025. We apologise for the error and have removed the unofficial sources it came from.
June 2025 benefit dates (verified)
| Benefit | June 2025 payment |
|---|---|
| Canada Child Benefit (CCB) | June 20, 2025 |
| Canada Pension Plan (CPP) | June 26, 2025 |
| Old Age Security (OAS) | June 26, 2025 |
| Ontario Trillium Benefit (OTB) | June 10, 2025 |
| Veteran disability pension | June 27, 2025 |
| GST/HST credit | No June payment (next was July 4, 2025) |
| Advanced Canada Workers Benefit (ACWB) | No June payment (next was July 11, 2025) |
| Alberta Child and Family Benefit (ACFB) | No June payment (May 27 and August 27, 2025) |
| Canada Carbon Rebate | Closed; final payment April 22, 2025 |
What’s changed since 2025
- Canada Carbon Rebate has ended. Canada.ca lists the program as closed, with the last payments on January 15 and April 22, 2025.
- The GST/HST credit has a new name. From July 2026, Canada.ca lists payments under the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit (formerly the GST/HST credit).
- Canada Disability Benefit payments started. The first payments were issued on July 17, 2025, and the benefit now pays monthly.
Upcoming payment dates: November and December 2026
| Benefit | November 2026 | December 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Canada Child Benefit (CCB) | November 20 | December 11 |
| CPP and OAS | November 26 | December 22 |
| Canada Disability Benefit | November 19 | December 17 |
| Ontario Trillium Benefit | November 10 | December 10 |
| Veteran disability pension | November 27 | December 23 |
| Alberta Child and Family Benefit | November 27 | — |
| Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit | — | — (next listed payments are in 2027) |
Source: Canada.ca benefits payment dates, checked November 2, 2026.
Full 2026 schedule for the main benefits
| Month | CCB | CPP / OAS |
|---|---|---|
| January | Jan 20 | Jan 28 |
| February | Feb 20 | Feb 25 |
| March | Mar 20 | Mar 27 |
| April | Apr 20 | Apr 28 |
| May | May 20 | May 27 |
| June | Jun 19 | Jun 26 |
| July | Jul 20 | Jul 29 |
| August | Aug 20 | Aug 27 |
| September | Sep 18 | Sep 25 |
| October | Oct 20 | Oct 28 |
| November | Nov 20 | Nov 26 |
| December | Dec 11 | Dec 22 |
The 2026 GST/HST credit was paid on January 5 and April 2, 2026, and the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit on July 3 and October 5, 2026. The ACWB was paid on January 12, July 10 and October 9, 2026.
What you need to do to get paid on time
- File your income tax return every year, even if you had little or no income. Most CRA benefits, including the CCB and the GST/HST credit (now the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit), are calculated from your return.
- Sign up for direct deposit. Payments arrive faster and more reliably than cheques. You can set it up through CRA My Account, your bank, or Service Canada for CPP and OAS.
- Keep your details up to date. Update your address, marital status and children’s details with the CRA, and your CPP/OAS details with Service Canada.
- Turn on payment reminders. CRA My Account can send a reminder about a week before each payment.
What if a payment doesn’t arrive?
- CCB and Alberta Child and Family Benefit: wait 5 working days after the payment date before contacting the CRA.
- GST/HST credit / Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit, OTB and ACWB: wait 10 working days.
- CPP, OAS and Canada Disability Benefit: contact Service Canada if the payment hasn’t arrived after 5 to 10 business days.
Posted cheques can take longer than direct deposit, and payments may arrive a day or two after the listed date depending on your bank.
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Beware of benefit scams
Canada.ca warns about false information online. The CRA and Service Canada won’t ask for payment by gift card or cryptocurrency, and won’t threaten arrest. Don’t click links in unexpected texts claiming you have a refund or rebate. Sign in to your official account directly, and check the official calendar instead of social media posts.
FAQ
When is the next Canada Child Benefit payment?
The next CCB payments are on November 20 and December 11, 2026.
When are CPP and OAS paid in December 2026?
December 22, 2026.
Is the Canada Carbon Rebate still being paid?
No. Canada.ca lists it as closed; the last payment was on April 22, 2025.
What happened to the GST/HST credit?
From July 2026, Canada.ca lists the payments as the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit (formerly the GST/HST credit). The 2026 payments were on July 3 and October 5.
Why didn’t I get my payment?
Common reasons are an unfiled tax return, outdated banking or address details, or a change in income or family situation. Check CRA My Account or contact the CRA after the waiting period above.
Disclaimer: This article is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial or tax advice. Benefit amounts, eligibility and payment dates can change. Always confirm details on Canada.ca or with the CRA or Service Canada. taxtotech.com is not affiliated with the Government of Canada.
Final thoughts
Knowing the payment calendar helps you budget with confidence. File your return on time, use direct deposit, keep your details current, and rely on Canada.ca for dates rather than social media. We’ll keep this page updated as new schedules are published.
How do I set up direct deposit for CRA benefits?
Through CRA My Account, your bank’s online banking, or by phone with the CRA.
Are these benefits taxable?
The CCB and the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit are tax-free. CPP and OAS are taxable income.
Where can I check my next payment amount?
In CRA My Account (for CRA benefits) or My Service Canada Account (for CPP and OAS).
Keep your details updated.
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