a permanent resident. a protected person. a temporary resident who has lived in Canada for the previous 18 months, and who has a valid permit in the 19th month. an Indigenous person who meets the definition of "Indian" under the Indian Act.

a permanent resident. a protected person. a temporary resident who has lived in Canada for the previous 18 months, and who has a valid permit in the 19th month. an Indigenous person who meets the definition of "Indian" under the Indian Act.

Canada Child Benefit is: simple most families receive a single payment every month. tax-free families don't have to pay taxes on payments received when they file their tax returns. targeted to those who need it most low and middle-income families get higher payments.

Maximum Canada child benefit If your adjusted family net income (AFNI) is under $31,711, you get the maximum payment for each child. It will not be reduced. For each child: under 6 years of age: $6,765 per year ($563.75 per month)

The maximum Canada child benefit you could get is $6,765 per year for children under 6, and $5,708 per year for children aged 6 to 17. Your Canada child benefit is based on your family income from the previous year, the number of children in your care, and the age of your children.

Log in to My Account. Go to Apply for child benefits Confirm your contact information, your marital status and your citizenship. Add your child's name, gender, date and place of birth. Review and submit your application.

You can claim Child Benefit if: you're 'responsible for the child' the child is under 16 years old - or 16 to 20 years old and still in education or training.

your Social Insurance Number ( SIN ). ... your mother's maiden name. your mailing and residential addresses, including the postal codes.