As Canadians continue to face cost-of-living pressures, four critical Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)-administered benefits are scheduled to be delivered in June 2025. These benefits provide direct financial support to eligible individuals and families and include both federal and provincial payments. Here’s a complete guide to what’s coming, how much you could receive, who qualifies, and when the money will arrive in your account.
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1. Ontario Trillium Benefit (OTB)
Next Payment Date: June 10, 2025
The Ontario Trillium Benefit (OTB) is a monthly payment that combines three credits:
- Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit (OEPTC)
- Northern Ontario Energy Credit (NOEC)
- Ontario Sales Tax Credit (OSTC)
Amount:
- Up to $1,283/year for non-seniors (OEPTC)
- Up to $1,461/year for seniors (OEPTC)
- Up to $371/year per person for OSTC
- Up to $265/year for NOEC (families), $172 for singles
The exact monthly payment depends on your 2024 income and housing situation.
Eligibility:
- You must be a resident of Ontario as of December 31, 2024.
- You must have filed your 2024 tax return.
- You must have paid rent or property tax in Ontario in 2024.
- For OSTC, you must meet income thresholds and be over 19 (or have a spouse/child).
How to Apply:
- File your 2024 income tax return.
- Complete the ON-BEN application (included in the tax package).
If your annual entitlement is under $360, you’ll receive it as a lump sum in July 2025.
Otherwise, you’ll be paid monthly on the 10th from July 2025 to June 2026.
2. Canada Child Benefit (CCB)
Next Payment Date: June 20, 2025
The Canada Child Benefit (CCB) is a tax-free monthly payment to help with the cost of raising children under age 18.
Amount (2024–2025 rates):
- Up to $7,787/year ($648.91/month) for each child under 6
- Up to $6,570/year ($547.50/month) for each child aged 6 to 17
Actual amounts are based on your 2024 adjusted family net income and the number of eligible children.
Eligibility:
- You must live with the child and be primarily responsible for their care.
- You must be a resident of Canada for tax purposes.
- You (and your spouse/partner) must have filed 2024 tax returns.
Payments are automatically recalculated every July based on your income from the previous tax year.
3. Child Disability Benefit (CDB)
Next Payment Date: June 20, 2025 (paid alongside the CCB)
The Child Disability Benefit (CDB) is an additional monthly payment for families who care for a child under 18 with a severe and prolonged disability.
Amount:
- Up to $3,322/year ($276.83/month) per eligible child
- The benefit is gradually reduced for families with a 2023 adjusted family net income over $75,537
Eligibility:
- Your child must be approved for the Disability Tax Credit (DTC).
- You must be eligible for the Canada Child Benefit.
- You must have filed your 2024 taxes and have your child’s Form T2201 approved by the CRA.
If your child is already approved for the DTC and you’re receiving CCB, you don’t need to apply separately.
4. GST/HST Credit
Next Payment Date: No payment in June (Next: July 5, 2025)
While no GST/HST credit is issued in June, it’s important to be aware of it as the next quarterly installment arrives on July 5, 2025.
The GST/HST credit is a tax-free quarterly payment designed to offset GST and HST for low- and modest-income households.
Amount (2024–2025 cycle):
- Up to $519/year for a single person
- Up to $680/year for married/common-law couples
- Additional $179/year per eligible child
Amount (July 2025– June 2026 cycle):
- Up to $533/year for a single person
- Up to $698/year for married/common-law couples
- Additional $184/year per eligible child
Eligibility:
- Must be at least 19 years old (or have a spouse/partner or child)
- Must be a resident of Canada for tax purposes
- Must have filed your 2024 tax return
No separate application is required. The CRA will assess eligibility automatically based on your tax return.
Summary: June 2025 CRA Benefit Schedule
| Benefit | Payment Date | Max Amount (Monthly) |
|---|---|---|
| Ontario Trillium Benefit | June 10, 2025 | Varies by credit (up to $120+ total) |
| Canada Child Benefit | June 20, 2025 | $648.91 (under 6), $547.50 (6–17) |
| Child Disability Benefit | June 20, 2025 | $276.83 per eligible child |
| GST/HST Credit | Next: July 5 | Up to $170/quarter (single adult) |
What You Need to Do Now
To ensure you receive these benefits:
- File your 2024 tax return, even if you had no income.
- Apply for the Disability Tax Credit (DTC) if your child has a qualifying condition.
- Submit Form ON-BEN for the Ontario Trillium Benefit.
- Sign up for CRA direct deposit to avoid delays and get payments faster.
- Check your CRA My Account to track payment dates and eligibility.
Final Thoughts
These four benefit payments—especially the CCB and OTB—can provide hundreds of dollars in essential support for Canadian families this June. Missing out is often just a matter of not filing taxes or forgetting a form. If you’re unsure about your status or how much you’ll get, visit https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits.html or call the CRA directly at 1‑800‑387‑1193.