Open ProvincesFamilies in Alberta: child benefits and family programs
The Canada Child Benefit and the provincial family programs of Alberta, with their amounts and how to get them.
Federal benefits for families
| Amount | July 2026 to June 2027 |
|---|---|
| Maximum per child under 6 | $8,157 / year ($679.75 / month) |
| Maximum per child aged 6 to 17 | $6,883 / year ($573.58 / month) |
| Full amount if adjusted family net income is under | $38,237 |
| Second reduction threshold | $82,847 |
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Family programs in Alberta
Alberta Child and Family Benefit
Quarterly payment for lower-income families with children.
| Amount | July 2026 to June 2027 |
|---|---|
| Base component, first child | $1,529 / year ($127.41 / month) |
| Base component, each of the 2nd to 4th child | $764 / year ($63.66 / month) |
| Working component, first child | $782 / year ($65.16 / month) |
| Base component reduced above family income of | $28,116 |
Related guides
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Guides for this province
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- Moving to Alberta: health card, driver's licence and taxes
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- Buying a home in Alberta: land transfer tax, rebates and first-time buyer help
- Health care in Alberta: health card, drug plans and dental help
- Studying in Alberta: tuition, student aid and grants
- Seniors in Alberta: pensions, supplements and programs
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- Families in Alberta: child benefits and family programs
- Immigrating to Alberta: nominee program, steps and processing times