This guide summarizes the payment dates for various benefits issued by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and federal/provincial benefits such as the:
- Canada Pension Plan (CPP)
- Canada Child Benefit (CCB)
- GST/HST Credit
- Ontario Trillium Benefit (OTB)
- Old Age Security (OAS)
- Alberta Child and Family Benefit (ACFB)
- Canada Workers Benefit (CWB)
Read on to learn about the CRA payment dates in 2025.
Canada Pension Payment Dates
The two popular pension payments administered by the federal government are the CPP and OAS.
CPP benefits include a retirement pension, post-retirement benefits, survivor’s pension, children’s benefits, and death benefits.
Old Age Security (OAS) benefits also include the Guaranteed Income Supplement and benefits for an eligible spouse or common-law partner.
CPP Payment Dates for 2025
CPP payments are made on the following dates in 2025:
- January 29, 2025
- February 26, 2025
- March 27, 2025
- April 28, 2025
- May 28, 2025
- June 26, 2025
- July 29, 2025
- August 27, 2025
- September 25, 2025
- October 29, 2025
- November 26, 2025
- December 22, 2025
How Much CPP You Will Receive
The CPP retirement benefit you receive is based on how much you contributed to the plan while working, your average earnings, and when you start to collect CPP.
CPP benefit amounts in 2025 are:
| Type of pension or benefit | Average amount for new beneficiaries | Maximum monthly payment amount (2025) |
| Retirement pension (at age 65) | $808.14 | $1,433.00 |
| Post-retirement benefit(at age 65) | $16.01 | $47.82 |
| Disability benefit | $1,186.40 | $1,673.24 |
| Post-retirement disability benefit | $583.32 | $598.49 |
| Survivor’s pension – younger than 65 | $527.91 | $770.88 |
| Survivor’s pension – 65 and older | $325.64 | $859.80 |
| Children of disabled CPP contributors | $294.12 | $301.77 |
| Children of deceased CPP contributors | $294.12 | $301.77 |
| Death benefit (one-time payment) | $2,499.54 | $2,500.00 |
| Combined benefits | ||
| Combined survivor’s and retirement pension (at age 65) | $1,017.67 | $1,449.53 |
| Combined survivor’s pension and disability benefit | $1,293.81 | $1,683.57 |
OAS Payment Dates for 2025
OAS pension payments in 2025 occur on the same dates as the CPP:
- January 29, 2025
- February 26, 2025
- March 27, 2025
- April 28, 2025
- May 28, 2025
- June 26, 2025
- July 29, 2025
- August 27, 2025
- September 25, 2025
- October 29, 2025
- November 26, 2025
- December 22, 2025
How Much OAS You Will Receive
OAS amounts depend on how long you have lived in Canada after turning 18.
The maximum monthly payment in 2025 is $727.67 for ages 65 to 74 and $800.44 for seniors aged 75 and over.
Starting at $90,997, OAS payments are clawed back at 15 cents for every $1 above the threshold amount.
Low-income seniors may also qualify for GIS payments of up to $1,086.88 per month if their annual income is $22,056 or less.
Learn more about the OAS.
CRA Benefit Payment Dates
Several benefits are issued by the CRA to eligible Canadians on a monthly or quarterly basis.
Some are paid on behalf of provinces, such as Ontario and Alberta, while others apply across the country.
CRA Benefits available in 2025 include:
Canada Child Benefits (CCB): This is a tax-free payment to eligible families who have children under 18 years of age.
GST/HST Credit: The goods and services tax/harmonized sales tax credit is paid every quarter to families and individuals who have a low or modest income.
This tax-free payment is aimed at helping cover the costs of GST or HST paid for goods and services.
Ontario Trillion Benefit (OTB): Ontarians with low-or moderate-incomes may be eligible for one or more of three credits:
- Ontario Sales Tax Credit
- Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit
- Northern Ontario Energy Credit
Alberta Child and Family Benefit (ACFB): This is a tax-free benefit paid to eligible families with children under 18 years of age in Alberta.
Canada Workers Benefit (CWB): You can get advance payment for up to half of the CWB tax credit and the remainder after filing your taxes.
Veterans Disability Pension: Eligible veterans receive a monthly tax-free benefit based on their service and the severity of their condition (i.e. disability).
CCB Payment Dates for 2025
Also known as the child tax benefit payment dates, CCB is issued via direct deposit on:
- January 20, 2025
- February 20, 2025
- March 20, 2025
- April 17, 2025
- May 20, 2025
- June 20, 2025
- July 18, 2025
- August 20, 2025
- September 19, 2025
- October 20, 2025
- November 20, 2025
- December 12, 2025
How Much CCB You Will Receive
The maximum CCB payment per child under age 6 is $648.91 per month or $7,787 per year.
For kids aged 6-17 years old, the monthly CCB amount is $547.50 or $6,570 per year.
How much you receive is based on your family’s net income, how many children you have, and their ages.
GST/HST Payment Dates for 2025
GST payment dates for 2025 occur every quarter on:
- January 3, 2025
- April 4, 2025
- July 4, 2025
- October 3, 2025
You can learn more about the GST/HST credit.
How Much GST/HST You Will Get
The GST/HST payment amount for the July 2024 to June 2025 period is:
- $519: Single individuals
- $680: Married individuals or if you have a partner
- $179: Per child under age 19
You don’t receive this credit if your income exceeds a threshold.
For example, single individuals with incomes exceeding $52,255 do not get GST/HST credit payments.
Ontario Trillium Dates For 2025
The payment dates for Ontario Trillium benefits (OTB) in 2025 are:
- January 10, 2025
- February 10, 2025
- March 10, 2025
- April 10, 2025
- May 9, 2025
- June 10, 2025
- July 10, 2025
- August 8, 2025
- September 10, 2025
- October 10, 2025
- November 10, 2025
- December 10, 2025
Here’s a breakdown of how the OTB works.
How Much OTB You Will Receive
OTB payments depend on how many of the credits you qualify for and other factors.
The maximums are:
Northern Ontario Energy Credit: Up to a maximum of $180 for singles and $277 for families.
Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit:
- Up to $1,248 (ages 18-64)
- Up to $1,421 (age 65 and over)
- Up to $277 if you live on a reserve
- $25 if you live in an eligible residence at a post-secondary school
Ontario Sales Tax Credit: Up to $345 per individual.
Alberta Child and Family Benefit Payment Dates 2025
ACFB payments in 2025 are made on:
- February 27, 2025
- May 27, 2025
- August 27, 2025
- November 27, 2025
Canada Workers Benefit Payment Date for 2025
CWB payments in 2025 are sent on:
- January 10, 2025
- July 11, 2025
- October 10, 2025
How Much CWB You Will Get
The maximum CWB basic amount is:
- Single individuals: $1,428
- Families: $2,461
The CWB disability supplement is:
- Single individuals: $737
- Families: $737
Learn about the Canada Workers Benefit.
Veteran Disability Pension Dates
In 2025, the Veteran Disability pension is paid on these dates:
- January 30, 2025
- February 27, 2025
- March 28, 2025
- April 29, 2025
- May 29, 2025
- June 27, 2025
- July 30, 2025
- August 28, 2025
- September 26, 2025
- October 30, 2025
- November 27, 2025
- December 23, 2025
Conclusion: CRA Payment Dates
All the benefits mentioned above are paid directly to your bank account if you have set up a direct deposit. If not, a cheque is sent to you by postal mail.
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