Open ProvincesFamilies in Ontario: child benefits and family programs
The Canada Child Benefit and the provincial family programs of Ontario, 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 Ontario
Ontario Child Benefit
Monthly amount for low- to moderate-income families, paid together with the CCB.
| Amount | July 2026 to June 2027 |
|---|---|
| Maximum per child under 18 | $146.66 / month |
| Partial benefit if adjusted family net income is above | $26,865 |
Related guides
General information, not legal or financial advice. Figures show their source and the date they were read; confirm with the official body before making a decision.
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