The Canada Child Benefit (CCB) is a tax-free monthly payment that helps families with the cost of raising children. In August 2025, eligible families can receive up to $285 per child, offering timely support during the back-to-school season.
This payment, issued by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), can help cover essentials like school supplies, clothing, and childcare.
Knowing when your payment will arrive is key for planning household expenses. This guide outlines the full August 2025 payment schedule, eligibility details, and tips to ensure you get your CCB on time.
What Is the Canada Child Benefit (CCB)?
The CCB is a monthly, tax-free benefit designed to support Canadian families raising children under age 18.
It adjusts each year based on inflation, income, and family size, ensuring that help reaches low- and middle-income households when they need it most.
Payment Date for August 2025
The August 2025 CCB payment is scheduled for August 20, 2025—a date parents have been waiting for all summer. Direct deposits arrive that day; if you’re paid by cheque, expect a few days’ delay.
How Much Will You Get? Breakdown of Monthly Rates
Here’s how the benefit works for the July 2025 to June 2026 period:
| Child’s Age | Maximum Annual Benefit | Monthly Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| Under 6 years | $7,997 | $666.41 |
| Aged 6 to 17 years | $6,748 | $562.33 |
These rates apply to families with an Adjusted Family Net Income (AFNI) of $37,487 or less. Above this threshold, payments gradually decrease based on income.
Why Is the $285 Figure Floating Around?
That $285 number is misleading. The actual monthly CCB per child is much higher—$666.41 for younger kids and $562.33 for older ones—if you’re under the income threshold.
The $285 figure may refer to a partial payment in shared custody or combined supplements—not a standalone CCB rate.
What Affects Your CCB Amount?
The final benefit you receive depends on:
- AFNI (Adjusted Family Net Income) – More income = lower CCB after threshold.
- Number of children – Rates stack by child, unless shared custody applies.
- Child’s age – Younger children qualify for higher rates.
- Shared custody – The benefit is split 50/50 if custody is shared.
- Death of a child – Benefits may continue for up to six months after passing, providing a short-term buffer.
How Income Reduces Your Benefit
If your AFNI exceeds $37,487:
- For one child under 6, your benefit is reduced by 7% of the amount over the threshold.
- For older children and multiple kids, the reduction rate increases—even reaching nearly 19% for three or more kids.
Even with reductions, families still receive meaningful support—just not the maximum rate.
The August 2025 Canada Child Benefit provides essential, inflation-adjusted financial support—$666.41 for younger children and $562.33 for older ones, for eligible families under the income threshold.
Payments arrive on August 20 via direct deposit, with cheques following closely. The misleading $285 figure doesn’t reflect actual CCB rates and may cause unnecessary confusion.
Stay informed—track your payments through your CRA “My Account,” ensure your tax returns are filed promptly, and update your personal information to prevent delays.
With rising costs impacting many households, CCB remains a critical lifeline for Canadian parents.
FAQs
Will I actually receive $285 for August 2025?
No—maximum monthly amounts are $666.41 (under 6) or $562.33 (6–17) for each eligible child, not $285.
I share custody—what happens then?
In shared custody, each parent receives half the CCB amount they’d get under full custody, based on their income.
Could I receive a top-up in addition to CCB?
While no extra top-ups are confirmed for August, proposals suggest a $1,200 top-up per child could be introduced in October 2025.