Children
Provincial
ON
Paid monthly
Ontario Child Benefit
Worth up to
$1,584/year
What is it?
A tax-free monthly payment to help lower-income Ontario families with the cost of raising children.
Up to $132/month ($1,584/year) per child under 18
Who is it for?
- Family income under $50,000
- Must have children under 18
- Must file an income tax return
- Available in: ON
How to Apply
- 1File your income tax return
- 2Apply for the Canada Child Benefit (OCB is calculated at the same time)
- 3Payments are combined with your CCB payment
- 4No separate application needed if you receive CCB
Documents You May Need
Filed income tax return
CCB application on file with CRA
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