Alberta Child Benefit Payment Dates 2026
| Quarter | Payment Date |
|---|---|
| Q1 | February 27, 2026 |
| Q2 | May 27, 2026 |
| Q3 | August 27, 2026 |
| Q4 | November 27, 2026 |
If the 27th falls on a weekend/holiday, payment is made the last business day before.
ACB Maximum Amounts
| Number of Children | Maximum Annual | Quarterly Payment |
|---|---|---|
| 1 child | $1,469 | $367.25 |
| 2 children | $2,204 | $551.00 |
| 3 children | $2,939 | $734.75 |
| 4 children | $3,674 | $918.50 |
| Each additional | +$735 | +$183.75 |
Income Thresholds
Full Benefit
| Family Situation | Full Benefit Until |
|---|---|
| 1 child | $25,935 |
| 2 children | $32,555 |
| 3 children | $39,175 |
| 4 children | $43,460 |
Phase-Out
| Family Income | Benefit Reduction |
|---|---|
| $43,460 - $63,395 | Reduced |
| Over $63,395 | $0 |
ACB by Income Level (1 Child)
| Family Income | Annual ACB | Quarterly |
|---|---|---|
| $20,000 | $1,469 | $367 |
| $30,000 | $1,469 | $367 |
| $40,000 | $1,469 | $367 |
| $45,000 | $1,234 | $309 |
| $50,000 | $855 | $214 |
| $55,000 | $476 | $119 |
| $60,000 | $97 | $24 |
| $65,000 | $0 | $0 |
ACB by Income Level (2 Children)
| Family Income | Annual ACB | Quarterly |
|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $2,204 | $551 |
| $35,000 | $2,204 | $551 |
| $45,000 | $1,851 | $463 |
| $50,000 | $1,283 | $321 |
| $55,000 | $714 | $179 |
| $60,000 | $145 | $36 |
| $65,000 | $0 | $0 |
Eligibility Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Residency | Alberta resident |
| Child age | Under 18 |
| Tax filing | File Alberta tax return |
| CCB recipient | Must receive Canada Child Benefit |
| Primary caregiver | Child lives with you |
How to Apply
No separate application required — if you receive CCB and file Alberta taxes, ACB is calculated automatically.
If Not Receiving ACB
| Check | Action |
|---|---|
| Filed taxes? | File previous year’s return |
| Receiving CCB? | Ensure CCB application is complete |
| Alberta resident? | Update address with CRA |
| Income under threshold? | May not qualify |
ACB + CCB Combined
Total monthly/quarterly child benefits for Alberta families:
Example: 2 Children Under 6, $50,000 Income
| Benefit | Annual | Monthly/Quarterly |
|---|---|---|
| CCB | $13,752 | $1,146/month |
| ACB | $1,283 | $321/quarter |
| Total | $15,035 | — |
Example: 3 Children, $40,000 Income
| Benefit | Annual | Monthly/Quarterly |
|---|---|---|
| CCB | ~$21,000 | ~$1,750/month |
| ACB | $2,939 | $735/quarter |
| Total | ~$23,939 | — |
ACB vs Other Provincial Benefits
| Province | Benefit | Max (1 child) |
|---|---|---|
| Alberta | ACB | $1,469 |
| Ontario | OCB | $1,607 |
| BC | BCCOB | $2,063 |
| Saskatchewan | LCBI | Variable |
| Quebec | Family Allowance | ~$2,500 |
Changes to ACB
| Year | Change |
|---|---|
| 2020 | Amounts increased significantly |
| 2022 | Income thresholds adjusted |
| 2024 | Indexed to inflation |
Common Questions
Is ACB Taxable?
No — the Alberta Child Benefit is non-taxable and not included in income.
Shared Custody
If you share custody 50/50:
- Both parents receive 50% of ACB
- Based on each parent’s income
Child Turns 18
ACB stops the month after child’s 18th birthday.