As of July 2016, the Canada Child Benefit (CCB) replaces the Universal Child Care Benefit (UCCB), the Canada Child Tax Benefit (CCTB) and the National Child Benefit Supplement

Tax free monthly payment to assist with the cost of raising children

The Ontario Child Benefit and the Child Disability Benefit will be added as supplements to the Canada Child Benefit for eligible families

Online calculator -- estimates amount of benefit

Mon-Fri 8 am-8 pm, Sat 9 am-5 pm

• must be the primary caregiver
• must be a resident of Canada
• applicant or spouse or common-law partner must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, protected person or a temporary resident

Apply online through My Account or download application and mail it to the appropriate tax centre

• new parents can apply online through the 4-in-1 Newborn Registration Bundle