In April and May 2025, eligible Canadians can expect the following federal benefit payments:
Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and Old Age Security (OAS):
- April 28, 2025
- May 28, 2025
These benefits are disbursed monthly, typically on the third-to-last business day of each month. CPP provides retirement, disability, and survivor benefits, while OAS offers a pension to individuals aged 65 and older.
Canada Child Benefit (CCB):
- April 17, 2025
- May 20, 2025
The CCB is a tax-free monthly payment to eligible families with children under 18, assisting with the cost of raising children.
Goods and Services Tax/Harmonized Sales Tax (GST/HST) Credit:
- April 4, 2025
This quarterly tax-free payment aids individuals and families with low and modest incomes to offset GST/HST expenses.
Ontario Trillium Benefit (OTB):
- April 10, 2025
- May 9, 2025
For Ontario residents, the OTB combines the Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit, Northern Ontario Energy Credit, and Ontario Sales Tax Credit into a monthly payment.
Canada Carbon Rebate (formerly Climate Action Incentive Payment):
- April 15, 2025
This rebate returns proceeds from the federal carbon pollution pricing to residents in provinces where the federal system applies, including Ontario.
Veteran Disability Pension:
- April 29, 2025
- May 29, 2025
This tax-free monthly payment supports veterans and service members with service-related injuries or illnesses.
To ensure timely receipt of these payments, it’s advisable to set up direct deposit through the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) or Service Canada accounts. For more detailed information on these benefits and their payment schedules, please visit the official Government of Canada benefits page.