Several federal and provincial benefit payments are scheduled to arrive in Canadians’ bank accounts this week, including the Canada Disability Benefit, the Canada Child Benefit (CCB), and provincial child supplements in British Columbia and Ontario.

Here’s what’s confirmed, who qualifies, and how much eligible households could receive.

Canada Disability Benefit — February 19, 2026

Administered by Service Canada, the Canada Disability Benefit (CDB) provides monthly financial support to eligible working-age adults with disabilities.

Payment Date

• Thursday, February 19, 2026
• Paid on the third Thursday of each month

Who Qualifies?

To receive the benefit, individuals must:

• Be approved for the Disability Tax Credit (DTC)
• Meet income eligibility thresholds
• Be between ages 18 and 64
• Have filed a recent income tax return

Back Payments

Eligible recipients may receive retroactive payments for:

• Up to 24 months from application date
• Not earlier than June 2025

First payments are typically issued the month following approval.

Canada Child Benefit — February 20, 2026

The Canada Child Benefit is a tax-free monthly payment issued by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).

Payment Date

• Friday, February 20, 2026

Current Maximum Annual Amounts (2025–26 Benefit Year)

• Children under 6:
  Up to $7,997 annually (~$666 per month)
• Children aged 6 to 17:
  Up to $6,748 annually (~$562 per month)

The benefit increased by 2.7% in 2025 to reflect inflation and will be recalculated again in July 2026.

Eligibility depends on:

• Adjusted family net income
• Number of children
• Marital status

B.C. Family Benefit — February 20, 2026

Families in British Columbia may receive the B.C. Family Benefit (BCFB) alongside their CCB payment.

Maximum Monthly Amounts

For families under income thresholds:

• $145.83 — first child
• $91.66 — second child
• $75.00 — each additional child

Single-parent families may receive additional support.

Families with higher incomes (within partial eligibility range) may receive reduced monthly amounts.

The benefit is paid automatically with the federal CCB if eligible.

Ontario Child Benefit — February 20, 2026

Ontario families may receive the Ontario Child Benefit (OCB), delivered alongside the CCB.

Maximum Monthly Amount

• Up to $143.91 per child under 18

Partial benefits apply for families with net income above $26,364.

Like other provincial child benefits, eligibility is based on annual tax filing.

Why These Payments Matter

These February payments provide support for:

• Childcare costs
• Groceries and household expenses
• Disability-related living expenses
• Education and transportation

Because most of these programs are income-tested, filing annual tax returns remains essential for uninterrupted payments.

What You Should Do

To avoid delays:

• Confirm direct deposit information in CRA My Account or My Service Canada Account
• Ensure your latest tax return has been filed
• Review benefit notices for recalculation updates

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is the Canada Disability Benefit paid?

The third Thursday of each month — February 19, 2026 this month.

When is the Canada Child Benefit paid?

February 20, 2026.

Do I need to apply each month?

No. Payments are automatic once approved and eligible.

Is the Canada Child Benefit taxable?

No. It is tax-free.

Can I receive both federal and provincial child benefits?

Yes, if you qualify.

What if I didn’t receive my payment?

Check your CRA or Service Canada account and confirm direct deposit details.

Will CCB increase again?

Yes, recalculations occur every July.