Canada Child Benefit September 2025 Payments Are On The Way — But Some Families May Face Delays

Canada Child Benefit September 2025 Payments Are On The Way — But Some Families May Face Delays

If you are counting on the Canada Child Benefit (CCB) this month, here is the latest: the September 2025 CCB will be issued on Friday, September 19, 2025.

That’s the confirmed federal schedule for 2025.

Payment Date For September 2025

The official September 2025 CCB date is September 19, 2025.

The Government of Canada’s benefits calendar lists all monthly CCB dates for the year, and September falls on the 19th.

How Much You Can Receive In 2025–26

For the July 2025 to June 2026 benefit year (based on your 2024 Adjusted Family Net Income), the indexed maximum annual amounts are:

  • $7,997 per child under age 6 ($666.41/month)
  • $6,748 per child age 6–17 ($562.33/month)
    CCB is income-tested, so these amounts gradually reduce as income rises.

If your child is eligible for the Child Disability Benefit, you could receive up to $3,411 per year ($284.25/month) in addition to CCB.

Why Some Families May See Delays

Most families on direct deposit see funds on the payment date, but a few situations can cause delays:

  • Cheque delivery issues (for those not on direct deposit), including regional disruptions (e.g., wildfire-related service alerts). Direct deposits still go out on schedule.
  • Recently changed bank details: when you update direct deposit, CRA processes the change by the next business day, and some banks may take extra time to post funds.
  • New applicants / changes (new child, custody change, reassessment): your first payment after approval can take up to 8 weeks (online) or 11 weeks (mail).

What To Do If Your Payment Is Late

CRA asks you to wait 5 working days after the expected date before contacting them. You can also check CRA My Account to confirm your amount and status.

Note: If your total yearly CCB is under $240, you don’t get monthly payments; a single lump-sum is paid with the July CCB.

Quick Reference

ItemDetails
September 2025 CCB DateFriday, September 19, 2025
Max (Under 6)$7,997/year ($666.41/month)
Max (Age 6–17)$6,748/year ($562.33/month)
Child Disability BenefitUp to $3,411/year ($284.25/month) on top of CCB
If Payment Seems LateWait 5 working days before contacting CRA; check My Account
Direct Deposit ChangesUpdates posted next business day after you provide consent
Cheque DisruptionsMail delivery can be delayed in affected areas; direct deposit unaffected
Small Annual AmountsIf < $240/year, lump-sum in July (no monthly)

How To Get Ready

  • Ensure direct deposit is active and bank details are up to date (fastest way to be paid).
  • Review your 2024 income and family details; amounts are recalculated each July for the new benefit year.

The Canada Child Benefit for September 2025 is on track for September 19.

Most families using direct deposit should see funds that day, while cheque recipients in areas with delivery issues may experience delays.

Keep your bank details current, monitor CRA My Account, and remember that CRA asks you to allow up to 5 working days before seeking help.

With indexed amounts for 2025–26, the CCB remains a crucial, predictable support for families planning their monthly budgets.

FAQs

What exact day will CCB land in September 2025?

The scheduled date is Friday, September 19, 2025. Most direct deposits arrive that day; cheques can take longer.

My payment didn’t show on the 19th. When should I call CRA?

CRA advises waiting 5 working days after the payment date before contacting them. Check CRA My Account first.

How much can I get per child this year?

Up to $7,997 per child under 6 and up to $6,748 per child 6–17 for July 2025–June 2026, depending on income.

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