Key Highlights

  • Many Canadians leave money on the table simply because they do not know a Canada Revenue Agency benefit or Credit exists, or assume they will not qualify.
  • From monthly payments for families to tax credits for workers, caregivers and people with disabilities, the CRA administers a range of measures tied to your tax return.
  • For the July 2026 to June 2027 benefit year, the maximum is $8,157 per year ($679.75 per month) for each child under 6, and $6,883 per year ($573.58 per month) for each child aged 6 to 17.
  • The benefit begins to reduce once adjusted family Net Income rises above $38,237, so what a household actually receives depends on income and family size.

Many Canadians leave money on the table simply because they do not know a Canada Revenue Agency benefit or credit exists, or assume they will not qualify. From monthly payments for families to tax credits for workers, caregivers and people with disabilities, the CRA administers a range of measures tied to your tax return. Filing every year is what makes most of them possible. Here is a look at some CRA benefits and credits worth checking your eligibility for in 2026.

Support for families with children

The Canada Child Benefit (CCB) is a tax-free monthly payment for families raising children under 18. For the July 2026 to June 2027 benefit year, the maximum is $8,157 per year ($679.75 per month) for each child under 6, and $6,883 per year ($573.58 per month) for each child aged 6 to 17. These are maximum amounts. The benefit begins to reduce once adjusted family net income rises above $38,237, so what a household actually receives depends on income and family size. Both partners must file taxes each year to keep the payments coming. The next CCB payment is scheduled for September 18, 2026.

The benefit that replaced the GST/HST credit

In July 2026, the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit (CGEB) replaced the former GST/HST credit. It is a tax-free, quarterly payment for individuals and families with low-to-modest income, built on the old credit with a 25% increase. The next quarterly payment is due October 5, 2026. For the base year running July 2026 to June 2027, maximums reach up to $679 for a single individual, up to $890 for a couple, plus up to $234 for each eligible child under 19. Filing your taxes means you are automatically considered, with the amount depending on income, marital status and number of children.

Credits for workers and people with disabilities

The Canada Workers Benefit (CWB) is a refundable credit for lower-income workers, with a basic amount of up to $1,633 for a single person and up to $2,813 for families for the 2025 tax year, plus a disability supplement of up to $843. Amounts phase out as income rises. The Disability Tax Credit (DTC) is a separate, non-refundable credit for people with a severe and prolonged impairment. For 2025 the disability amount is $10,138, with a supplement of up to $5,914 for a person under 18. It is claimed using Form T2201 and can open the door to other measures.

More credits worth checking

Other CRA measures include the Child Disability Benefit, a tax-free monthly payment of $290 per month ($3,480 per year) for July 2026 to June 2027 for families already receiving the CCB for a DTC-approved child. The Canada Caregiver Credit supports those caring for an infirm relative, the Canada Training Credit helps with eligible tuition, and the Home Accessibility Tax Credit offers up to $3,000 back on qualifying renovations. Each has its own eligibility rules, and amounts depend on your circumstances. None is automatic simply because you are Canadian.

Conclusion

The CRA administers far more than one or two benefits, and eligibility often comes down to income, family situation and whether you have filed. If you have never checked whether you qualify for the CCB, CGEB, CWB, the Disability Tax Credit or other credits, 2026 is a good time to review your situation, confirm your details with the CRA and make sure you are not missing support you are entitled to.