Benefits, taxes and rebates in Canada: what you can claim

Government benefits, tax credits and home energy rebates, with official amounts, payment dates and a finder that shows what you may qualify for.

Edited by Krish Paul Updated October 21, 2026 7 guides

Key numbers

$8,157maximum Canada Child Benefit a year for a child under 6 (July 2026 to June 2027)$762.50maximum monthly OAS pension at ages 65 to 74, October to December 2026 Up to $10,000from the coming National Heat Pump Rebate, depending on income

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Answer a few questions in our benefit finder and see which federal benefits you may qualify for, with official amounts.

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Amounts checked on canada.ca on October 21, 2026.

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Benefit finderSee which federal benefits may fit you Benefit payment datesCCB, OAS, CPP and more for 2026 Home energy rebatesWhat is open in your province

Common questions

Where can I see every federal benefit in one place?

Our Canadian benefits hub lists 25 federal programs with current amounts, who qualifies, payment dates and a benefit finder, all checked against canada.ca. Read the guide

How much is the Canada Child Benefit?

For July 2026 to June 2027, the maximum is $8,157 a year for each child under 6 and $6,883 for each child aged 6 to 17. Families with adjusted net income above $38,237 get less. Read the guide

Is the National Heat Pump Rebate open?

Not yet. It promises up to $10,000 or $2,000 depending on income, through an online portal, but the launch date and income cut-off were not announced when we checked. Do not sign a contract counting on it. Read the guide

How does the federal EV rebate work in 2026?

The EV Affordability Program pays up to $5,000 in 2026, dropping each year. The dealer applies it at the sale, and the amount depends on the day the dealer submits the paperwork. Read the guide

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