This week, a number of government benefit payments will be deposited into bank accounts giving eligible Canadians across the country some financial relief Families and people with disabilities can expect deposits in the next few days for things like the new Canada Disability Benefit, monthly child payments, and provincial top-ups.
Payment is coming, and for many families, these deposits are very important for paying for rent, groceries, childcare, medical bills, and other everyday needs.
Here is a full detailed list of all the government payments that will be made during the week of February 25–28, 2026. It includes information on who can get the payments, how much they will be, and what to expect.
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Canada Disability Benefit — February 26, 2026
The new Canada Disability Benefit is one of the most talked-about federal programs. This benefit is meant to give money directly to working-age Canadians with disabilities who meet the requirements set by the federal government.
Payment will be made on February 26 2026, for applicants who have already been approved and confirmed their eligibility Payment will be processed for those meeting approved and confirmed status.
Who Can Apply?
To be eligible for the Canada Disability Benefit, you must meet a number of requirements, such as:
- Being 18 to 64 years old.
- Getting the Disability Tax Credit approved.
- Filing a tax return every year.
- Meeting the income limits set by the federal government.
People who want to apply must fill out an official application. Payments don’t start automatically until they are approved Payments don’t begin without confirmation.
When do payments begin?
Your first payment will come the month after your application is approved. The government has said that your first deposit will be made on the third Thursday of the month after you get approval.
That date is February 26 2026.
Payments in the Past
In some cases, the government lets people make payments that are due now. People who are eligible can get back payments for up to 24 months from the date their application was received.
But retroactive eligibility doesn’t go back to months before June 2025. This means that payments can’t be made for any time before that date.
How Much Can You Get?
The amount of the payment depends on:
- Individual income.
- Status of marriage.
- Other federal or provincial help received.
The benefit is based on income, so people with lower incomes get more help, while people with higher incomes may get less.
The Canada Disability Benefit is meant to help working-age adults with disabilities who are already poor and add to the help they already get.
For a lot of Canadians, this payment is a big change in how the federal government helps people with disabilities.
February 26 , 2026: Canada Child Benefit
Families all over Canada can expect to get their next Canada Child Benefit payment on February 26 2026.
Families with kids under 18 who are eligible can get the Canada Child Benefit, or CCB, which is a tax-free monthly payment.
Families who signed up for direct deposit should see the money come in automatically on February 26 Families receive deposits directly.
The Current Payment Amounts for 2025–2026
As of the change in 2025:
- Families can get up to $7,997 a year for each child under six.
- Families can get up to $6,748 a year for each child aged 6 to 17.
This means that children under six will get about $666 a month, and children six to seventeen will get about $562 a month.
These numbers show a 2.7 percent rise that started in 2025 to keep up with inflation.
Requirements for Eligibility
To get the Canada Child Benefit, you must:
- Have a child under 18 living with you.
- Take care of them most of the time.
- For tax purposes, you must live in Canada.
- Pay your taxes every year.
The benefit is based on income Families with lower net incomes get more money. The benefit slowly goes down as the family’s income goes up.
The next increase will happen in July 2026.
Every year, the Canada Child Benefit goes up. There will be another change in July 2026, which means that payments may go up again later in the year.
For now, deposits made on February 26 will show the current benefit rate.
B.C. Family Benefit—February 26 , 2026
Families in British Columbia will get their provincial top-up on February 26 , 2026, through the B.C. Family Benefit.
This payment is sent along with the Canada Child Benefit in one big deposit.
Most Money Each Month
Families that qualified could get: $145.83 a month for the first child. A single-parent family gets an extra $41.66 a month for the first child, $91.66 a month for the second child, and $75 a month for each child after that.
Families with net incomes between $29,526 and $94,483 may be able to get lower amounts, such as $64.58 per month for the first child. $62.50 a month for the second child and $60.41 a month for each child after that.
Who Is Eligible?
When you file your taxes and qualify for the Canada Child Benefit, your eligibility is automatically set.
You don’t have to fill out a separate application for your province if your tax return is current.
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Families in B.C. who are eligible will get their payment on February 26 Families receive deposits.
February 26 , 2026, is the date for the Ontario Child Benefit.
Families in Ontario can also expect their monthly payment from the Ontario Child Benefit on February 26
2026.
This payment from the province is sent out with the Canada Child Benefit in one monthly deposit.
Maximum Payment
Families can get up to $143.91 a month for each child under 18.
Families with a net income of more than $26,364 may still be able to get some benefits. The payment amount slowly goes down as income goes up.
Who can apply
Families must meet the following requirements:
- Live in Ontario.
- Get the Canada Child Benefit.
- Pay your taxes every year.
The Ontario Child Benefit is meant for families with low to moderate incomes.
Why These Payments Are Important
For a lot of Canadians, these government deposits are not extras. They are very important for keeping money coming in.
Families depend on child benefits to pay for:
- Costs of nursery.
- Things for school.
- Food.
- Clothes.
- Bills for utilities.
People with disabilities rely on support payments to handle:
- Costs of medical care.
- Tools that help.
- Costs of housing.
- Needs for transportation.
This week, payments are due, and for thousands of families, these deposits help keep their monthly budgets stable.
How Payments Are Made
Most people get their money through direct deposit If you have direct deposit with the CRA, the money will automatically show up in your bank account on the date it is due.
If you don’t sign up for direct deposit a check may be sent in the mail, which can take longer to get there.
To keep things moving:
- Make sure your banking information is up to date.
- Pay your taxes on time.
- Make sure your address is still correct.
What to Do If You Don’t Get Your Payment
If you don’t see the payment you were expecting:
- Give it at least three business days.
- Look at your CRA My Account online.
- Check the information for your direct deposit.
- If you need to, get in touch with the CRA.
In a lot of cases, delays are caused by how long it takes banks to process things or by old account information.
It’s very important to file your taxes.
Most federal and provincial benefits are based on how much money you make. This means that your eligibility and payment amounts are based on your most recent tax return.
If you don’t file your taxes:
- Your payments could stop.
- Your benefit amount might not change.
- You might not get your back payments.
Even people who don’t make any money must file a return to stay eligible.
The Bigger Picture: Ongoing Help from the Government
The way Canada’s benefit system works is that it gives eligible households regular predictable monthly payments.
Some of the programs are:
- Disability Benefit in Canada.
- Child Benefit in Canada.
- Child benefits from the provinces of B.C. and Ontario.
are meant to fix the problem of unequal wealth and lower poverty.
This week, payment will be made, but these programs run all year.
For a lot of Canadians, February 26 and 28, 2026, are very important dates.
- Payments for the Canada Disability Benefit will be sent on February 26 .
- Payments for the Canada Child Benefit will arrive on February 26 .
- The payments for the B.C. Family Benefit and the Ontario Child Benefit will arrive on February 26 .
For those who qualify, the money will go straight into your bank account.
If you are eligible, make sure your information is correct and keep an eye on your account for deposits. These payments are very important for families and people who are dealing with rising costs.
You can make sure you get every dollar you’re owed by keeping up with eligibility, payment dates, and yearly updates.
