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Review the payment period and household information used, as both can affect the amount. The next page shows how to check your amount and the CRA date for your next payment.
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The headline change is a 25% increase in the benefit value for five years starting in July 2026. The October 5, 2026 payment is one of the regular quarterly dates, not a separate application deadline. Before relying on a figure, check your own CRA record because the amount shown there reflects the information used for your household.
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How the 2026 benefit is calculated
The payment period begins in July and ends in June of the following year. The CRA recalculates the benefit every July using information from the previous year's tax return. That means the return used for the July 2026 to June 2027 period is the 2025 tax return. A change in adjusted family net income can therefore affect payments during the period.
What the October payment date tells you
The published 2026 schedule lists July 3 and October 5 among the CGEB quarterly payment dates. Quarterly timing explains why a person may see a payment in October even though the benefit period started in July. If a payment does not appear when expected, compare the date and amount in your CRA account with the notice you received rather than using an online estimate.
Three details to confirm before you budget
- Income Confirm that the family income information used by the CRA is current and matches the relevant tax return.
- Household Check marital status and the number of eligible children, since both can affect the calculation.
- Account Review the next expected payment date, amount and statement of account in your CRA account.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 25% increase a one-time payment?
No. The official announcement describes the 25% increase as an enhanced benefit value beginning in July 2026 for five years. It is separate from any one-time top-up described for 2026.
Is October 5 a confirmed payment date?
The CRA's 2026 payment-date page lists October 5, 2026 as a quarterly payment date. Your personal timing can still depend on your payment method and account information.
Does everyone receive $679 or $890?
No. Those are maximum amounts identified for particular household situations. The CRA calculation also considers adjusted family net income and eligible children.
