CRA Federal Benefit Payment Schedule 2025: Official Key Dates Announced

CRA Federal Benefit Payment Schedule 2025: Official Key Dates Announced

The Government of Canada administers a variety of financial benefits designed to support citizens at various life stages and circumstances, including retirement, parenting, or coping with disabilities. These payments are distributed on specific dates throughout the year. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the payment schedules for 2025.



1. Canada Pension Plan (CPP)

The Canada Pension Plan provides retirement, disability, and survivor benefits to eligible Canadians. Payments are made monthly.

Payment Dates for 2025

  • January 29, 2025
  • February 26, 2025
  • March 27, 2025
  • April 28, 2025
  • May 28, 2025
  • June 26, 2025
  • July 29, 2025
  • August 27, 2025
  • September 25, 2025
  • October 29, 2025
  • November 26, 2025
  • December 22, 2025

2. Old Age Security (OAS)

This program includes the Old Age Security pension, Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS), and Allowances for eligible Canadians aged 65 and older.

Payment Dates for 2025

  • January 29, 2025
  • February 26, 2025
  • March 27, 2025
  • April 28, 2025
  • May 28, 2025
  • June 26, 2025
  • July 29, 2025
  • August 27, 2025
  • September 25, 2025
  • October 29, 2025
  • November 26, 2025
  • December 22, 2025

3. Goods and Services Tax/Harmonized Sales Tax (GST/HST) Credit

This quarterly credit provides financial relief to low- and modest-income households to offset the cost of the GST/HST.

Payment Dates for 2025

  • January 3, 2025
  • April 4, 2025
  • July 4, 2025
  • October 3, 2025

4. Canada Child Benefit (CCB)

The CCB is a monthly, tax-free payment to assist families with children under the age of 18.

Payment Dates for 2025

  • January 20, 2025
  • February 20, 2025
  • March 20, 2025
  • April 17, 2025
  • May 20, 2025
  • June 20, 2025
  • July 18, 2025
  • August 20, 2025
  • September 19, 2025
  • October 20, 2025
  • November 20, 2025
  • December 12, 2025

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5. Ontario Trillium Benefit (OTB)

This benefit includes the Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit, Northern Ontario Energy Credit, and Ontario Sales Tax Credit.

Payment Dates for 2025

  • January 10, 2025
  • February 10, 2025
  • March 10, 2025
  • April 10, 2025
  • May 9, 2025
  • June 10, 2025
  • July 10, 2025
  • August 8, 2025
  • September 10, 2025
  • October 10, 2025
  • November 10, 2025
  • December 10, 2025

6. Advanced Canada Workers Benefit (ACWB)

This program supports low-income workers with additional financial assistance.

Payment Dates for 2025

  • January 10, 2025
  • July 11, 2025
  • October 10, 2025

7. Alberta Child and Family Benefit (ACFB)

The ACFB provides quarterly payments to qualifying families in Alberta to help with child-related costs.

Payment Dates for 2025

  • February 27, 2025
  • May 27, 2025
  • August 27, 2025
  • November 27, 2025

8. Canada Carbon Rebate (CCR)

Previously called the Climate Action Incentive Payment, the CCR is issued quarterly to eligible residents in certain provinces.

Payment Dates for 2025

  • January 15, 2025
  • April 15, 2025
  • July 15, 2025
  • October 15, 2025

How to Stay Informed

To ensure timely receipt of your benefits:

  1. File your taxes each year, as eligibility is determined by your income and family status.
  2. Sign up for direct deposit to avoid payment delays.
  3. Check CRA’s official website regularly for updates or changes to the payment schedule.

By keeping these dates in mind and staying up to date with eligibility requirements, you can plan your finances and maximize the benefits available to you in 2025.

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