From day one, our government has been making life more affordable for Canadian families. That’s why in 2016, we introduced and implemented the Canada Child Benefit, which gives more money, tax free, to 9 out of 10 families, and has helped lift nearly 435,000 children out of poverty. But we know there is more work to do.

To help with the rising cost of living, the Canada Child Benefit will once again increase on Wednesday, July 20.

This year eligible families can receive up to:

• $5,903 per child age 6 through 17; and
• $6,997 per child under the age of 6

By Indexing the CCB we are providing Canadian families with more money to help keep up with risings costs for things like healthy food, sports programs and music lessons.

The Canada Child Benefit has helped provide more support to millions of families each year, and we will continue to provide support to those who need it most.

*Please note that while the cost of living has gone up 7% this year, the CCB has only been indexed by 2.4%. This is because the benefit is indexed based on inflation from October to September of the previous year, so there is a lag.