In April 2026 many Canadians will receive government benefit payments. The Canada Revenue Agency and Service Canada issue these payments to support seniors, families, people with disabilities, veterans and low-income households.
8 New CRA Benefit Payments in April
Others depend on eligibility factors like age income level, disability status, family size & province of residence. The payment cycle runs from April 07 to April 10. People enrolled in direct deposit usually receive funds directly into their bank accounts on scheduled dates.
The Ontario Trillium Benefit
| Benefit Component | Eligibility | Maximum Monthly Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit | Age 18–64 | Up to $106.91 |
| Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit | Age 65+ | Up to $121.75 |
| Additional Support | Long-term care / reserves | Extra $23.75 |
| Northern Ontario Energy Credit | Single / Family | $15.41 – $23.75 |
| Ontario Sales Tax Credit | Per household member | Up to $30.91 |
 Designed for residents with low or moderate income. It combines three credits into one monthly payment to help cover expenses like property taxes energy bills and sales tax.
Canada Disability Benefit Information
The Canada Disability Benefit supports working-age individuals with disabilities. It was introduced in July 2025 to strengthen financial assistance programs across the country.
 To qualify applicants must be between 18 and 64 years old & hold a valid Disability Tax Credit certificate and meet income requirements. Payments are handled by Service Canada and are typically issued on the 19th of each month.
The maximum monthly payment is $200 although the final amount depends on income. In some cases smaller yearly totals may be issued as a lump-sum payment.
Canada Child Benefit and BC Family Benefit
The Canada Child Benefit provides tax-free monthly payments to families with children under 18. Payments are calculated based on household income from the previous tax year and are issued to the primary caregiver
| Category | Eligibility | Maximum Monthly Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Children under 6 | Families with young children | Up to $666.41 |
| Children 6–17 | Eligible households | Up to $562.33 |
| Child Disability Benefit | DTC-approved children | Up to $284.25 |
| BC Family Benefit (1st child) | BC residents | Up to $145.83 |
| BC Family Benefit (additional children) | BC residents | Up to $91.67 |
