Canada $666 Child Benefit November 2025: Check New Eligibility & Major Changes

Canada $666 Child Benefit November 2025: Check New Eligibility & Major Changes.As living costs continue to climb, the federal government of Canada is stepping up to support families through the Canada Child Benefit (CCB) a tax-free monthly payment offered by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) to help parents and guardians with children under 18. For the 2025–26 benefit year (July 2025 to June 2026),

eligible families can receive up to approximately $666 per month (or $7,997 annually) for each child under the age of 6, and about $562 per month (or $6,748 annually) for children aged 6 to 17.

Canada $666 Child Benefit (November 2025)-Overview 

Article on	Canada $666 Child Benefit (November 2025): Check New Eligibility & Major Changes
Program Name	Canada Child Benefit (CCB)
Monthly Amount (Under 6)	Up to $666
Monthly Amount (Ages 6–17)	Up to $562
Next Payment Date	November 20, 2025
Eligibility	Canadian residents caring for children under 18 who file taxes annually

What is the Canada Child Benefit (CCB)?

The CCB is a monthly, tax-free benefit administered by the CRA, aimed at helping eligible families with the cost of raising children under the age of 18. It merged several earlier programs into one streamlined benefit so that families receive more targeted support.

Important features of the CCB:

• It is non-taxable you do not pay income tax on the amounts you receive.
• The benefit amount depends on your household’s adjusted family net income (AFNI), the number and ages of children, and whether they qualify for additional support (e.g., disability).
• It is paid monthly, typically on or around the 20th of each month (with variation if that date falls on a weekend or holiday). 

November 2025 Payment: What to Expect

For the payment scheduled in November 2025:

• The CRA lists November 20, 2025 as the payment date for the CCB.
• If you have the direct deposit set up with your banking information, the payment should arrive more quickly; if you receive payment by cheque, mailing delays may apply.
• The November payment reflects the benefit year period of July 2025 to June 2026 and is calculated using the AFNI from the previous tax year (i.e., 2024). 

Updated Benefit Amounts (2025–26 Year)

Here are the key updated maximum payment amounts for the benefit year July 2025 to June 2026:

Child’s age	Maximum annual amount*	Rough monthly equivalent*
Under 6 years	$7,997	≈ $666.41
Aged 6–17 years	$6,748	≈ $562.33

Eligibility Criteria: Who Qualifies?

To receive the CCB (and therefore the $666 figure for younger children), you must meet several criteria. Key eligibility requirements include:

• You must be a resident of Canada for tax purposes.
• You must primarily be responsible for a child under age 18.
• You must be the person who is primarily responsible for the care and upbringing of the child(ren). This includes making day-to-day decisions about the child.
• You and your spouse/common-law partner (if applicable) must file your annual tax returns (even if you have little or no income) so the CRA can determine your benefit.
• At least one parent/spouse must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, protected person or a temporary resident who has lived in Canada at least 18 months and holds a valid permit in the 19th month.
• While there is no fixed “cut-off” income, higher incomes will trigger a reduction in the benefit amount. 

Major Changes for 2025 (What’s New)

In the 2025–26 benefit year (July 2025–June 2026), several important updates have taken place:

• The maximum annual amounts have been increased to reflect inflation: $7,997 for children under 6, and $6,748 for children aged 6–17.
• The calculation threshold remains similar (e.g., the $37,487 base threshold before reductions kick in) but families should double-check if their incomes approach the phase-out range.
• New rules allow eligibility for up to 6 months after a child’s death, provided other eligibility conditions are met.
• The payment schedule (and being tied to the AFNI of the previous tax year) is reaffirmed by CRA to ensure planning for families.

Final Thoughts

The Canada Child Benefit remains a vital pillar of Canada’s social-support system, offering meaningful monthly assistance to families raising children. For November 2025, the “$666 per month” figure is a helpful benchmark: it represents the maximum potential monthly payment for each child under age 6 in a low-income household.

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