What is the BC Family Benefit?

The BC Family Benefit is a tax-free monthly payment to help families with the cost of raising children under 18. It replaced the BC Early Childhood Tax Benefit in 2020 and is paid on the same schedule as the federal Canada Child Benefit.

How much is the BC Family Benefit?

Maximum amounts for July 2025 to June 2026 are $1,750 per year ($145.83/month) for each child under 18. Payments are reduced for families with adjusted net income above $25,806.

Do I need to apply separately for the BC Family Benefit?

No. If you receive the Canada Child Benefit, you are automatically assessed for the BC Family Benefit. There is no separate application — just ensure you file your tax return each year.

BC Family Benefit: Eligibility, Amounts, and How to Apply (2026)

BC Family Benefit Overview

Feature	Details
Benefit type	Tax-free monthly payment
Eligibility	BC families with children under 18
Maximum amount	$1,750/year per child ($145.83/month)
Application	Automatic (via CCB registration)
Payment date	Same day as Canada Child Benefit (20th of each month)

Payment Amounts (July 2025 - June 2026)

Maximum Annual Benefits

Child Age	Maximum Annual	Maximum Monthly
Under 18	$1,750	$145.83

Income Threshold

Family Net Income	Benefit Reduction
Under $25,806	Full benefit
$25,806 - $89,844	Reduced gradually
Over $89,844	Minimum benefit or $0

Example Payments by Income

Family Net Income	1 Child	2 Children	3 Children
$30,000	~$1,600	~$3,200	~$4,800
$50,000	~$1,200	~$2,400	~$3,600
$70,000	~$700	~$1,400	~$2,100
$90,000+	$0	$0	$0

Approximate amounts — exact calculations depend on specific income.

Eligibility Requirements

Requirement	Details
Residency	Must live in BC
Child custody	Child must live with you
Child age	Under 18 years old
Tax filing	Must file tax return annually
CCB registration	Must be registered for Canada Child Benefit

How to Apply

Situation	How to Apply
New child (born in Canada)	Apply for CCB through CRA; BC Family Benefit automatic
Moved to BC	Update address with CRA; reassessment automatic
New immigrant	Apply for CCB; BC benefit assessed automatically
Custody change	Notify CRA of change in living arrangements

You do not apply directly to BC for this benefit — it’s administered through the federal CCB system.

Combined Benefits Example

Benefit	2 Children (Under 6)	Annual Total
Canada Child Benefit	$7,787 × 2	$15,574
BC Family Benefit	$1,750 × 2	$3,500
Total	—	$19,074

Maximum amounts at lowest income threshold.

Payment Schedule

Payment Month	For Benefit Year
July 20	First payment of new benefit year
August 20 - June 20	Monthly payments

Payments are combined with the Canada Child Benefit in a single deposit.

Other BC Family Benefits

Benefit	What It Provides
BC Early Childhood Tax Benefit	Replaced by BC Family Benefit (2020)
Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative	Reduced daycare fees
BC Training and Education Savings Grant	$1,200 RESP grant for BC children
BC Autism Funding	Support for children with autism

BC Training and Education Savings Grant

Feature	Details
Amount	$1,200 one-time
Eligibility	BC resident children born 2006 or later
Deadline	Must apply before child turns 9
Where	Deposited into child’s RESP