August Benefit Payments 2026: Canada Payment Dates and Schedule

Canada Benefit Payment Dates for August 2026

The following table shows the main federal and selected provincial benefit payments scheduled for August 2026.

Benefit or Payment	August 2026 Payment Date	Administered By
Ontario Trillium Benefit	August 10, 2026	Canada Revenue Agency
Canada Disability Benefit	August 20, 2026	Service Canada
Canada Child Benefit	August 20, 2026	Canada Revenue Agency
Newfoundland and Labrador Disability Benefit	August 25, 2026	Canada Revenue Agency
Canada Pension Plan	August 27, 2026	Service Canada
Old Age Security	August 27, 2026	Service Canada
Guaranteed Income Supplement	August 27, 2026	Service Canada
Allowance and Allowance for the Survivor	August 27, 2026	Service Canada
Alberta Child and Family Benefit	August 27, 2026	Canada Revenue Agency
Veteran Disability Pension	August 28, 2026	Veterans Affairs Canada

Eligibility and payment amounts vary by program. A payment date appearing in this guide does not mean that every Canadian will receive each benefit.

Ontario Trillium Benefit Payment in August 2026

The Ontario Trillium Benefit is scheduled to be issued on August 10, 2026.

The benefit combines up to three Ontario tax credits:

• Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit
• Northern Ontario Energy Credit
• Ontario Sales Tax Credit

Eligible Ontario residents may receive the benefit monthly or as a single annual payment, depending on their total entitlement and the payment option that applies to them.

Payments issued from July 2026 through June 2027 are generally based on information from the recipient’s 2025 income tax return.

Some residents may not receive a monthly Ontario Trillium Benefit deposit even when a payment date appears on the calendar, because smaller entitlements may be issued as one payment.

Canada Disability Benefit Payment in August 2026

The Canada Disability Benefit is scheduled to be paid on August 20, 2026.

This federal income-tested benefit provides direct financial assistance to eligible working-age people with disabilities.

Eligibility generally depends on factors such as:

• Age
• Canadian residency status
• Disability Tax Credit eligibility
• Individual and family income
• Filing the required income tax returns
• Completing the Canada Disability Benefit application process

Receiving another disability-related payment does not automatically guarantee eligibility for the Canada Disability Benefit.

Payments from July 2026 through June 2027 are generally calculated using income information from the recipient’s 2025 tax return.

Canada Child Benefit Payment in August 2026

The Canada Child Benefit is scheduled to be issued on August 20, 2026.

The CCB is a tax-free monthly payment intended to help eligible families with the cost of raising children under 18.

The amount a family receives is generally based on:

• Adjusted family net income
• The number of eligible children
• The ages of the children
• Marital or common-law status
• Shared-custody arrangements

August forms part of the July 2026 to June 2027 CCB payment period. Payments during this period are generally calculated using the family’s 2025 income tax returns.

Both spouses or common-law partners should file their returns every year, even when one person had little or no income.

A missing or late tax return can prevent the CRA from calculating entitlement correctly and may interrupt payments.

Newfoundland and Labrador Disability Benefit

The Newfoundland and Labrador Disability Benefit is scheduled for August 25, 2026.

This provincial benefit provides additional financial support to eligible lower-income residents with disabilities.

The program is administered by the Canada Revenue Agency using information from the recipient’s tax return and Disability Tax Credit status.

Payment amounts may depend on adjusted family net income and other eligibility conditions established by the province.

CPP Payment Date for August 2026

Canada Pension Plan benefits are scheduled to be issued on August 27, 2026.

The same date generally applies to several CPP programs:

• CPP retirement pension
• CPP disability benefit
• CPP survivor’s pension
• CPP children’s benefits

A recipient’s CPP retirement pension is influenced by contribution history, pensionable earnings and the age at which the pension began.

CPP benefits are taxable income. Recipients may request that federal income tax be deducted directly from their monthly payments.

OAS and GIS Payment Date for August 2026

Old Age Security benefits are also scheduled for August 27, 2026.

This payment date applies to:

• Old Age Security pension
• Guaranteed Income Supplement
• Allowance
• Allowance for the Survivor

OAS eligibility is primarily based on age and Canadian residence history. A person does not need to have worked or contributed to the Canada Pension Plan to qualify for OAS.

The Guaranteed Income Supplement provides additional income-tested support to qualifying lower-income OAS pensioners.

GIS, Allowance and Allowance for the Survivor amounts are generally based on income information from the previous tax year.

Recipients and their spouses or common-law partners should file their tax returns on time to avoid interruptions or delayed recalculations.

Alberta Child and Family Benefit Payment

The Alberta Child and Family Benefit is scheduled for August 27, 2026.

This tax-free provincial benefit helps eligible lower- and middle-income Alberta families with children under 18.

The program includes:

• A base component for eligible lower-income families
• A working component for families with qualifying employment income

Eligibility and payment amounts are generally determined automatically using information from the family’s income tax returns.

Families normally do not need to submit a separate application if they have filed their returns and registered their children for the Canada Child Benefit.

Veteran Disability Pension Payment

The Veteran Disability Pension is scheduled for August 28, 2026.

Veterans Affairs Canada administers disability benefits for eligible veterans, Canadian Armed Forces members, current or former RCMP members and certain qualifying survivors or dependants.

Payment amounts may depend on:

• The approved medical condition
• The assessed degree of disability
• The connection between the condition and service
• Family circumstances
• The specific disability benefit program

Recipients whose service-related condition has worsened may be able to request a reassessment supported by updated medical evidence.

Benefits Not Scheduled for August 2026

Several Canadian programs are not paid every month and do not have a regular payment scheduled during August 2026.

Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit

There is no regular Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit payment scheduled for August 2026.

This benefit is paid quarterly. The previous payment was issued in July, and the next regular payment is scheduled for October 2026.

Advanced Canada Workers Benefit

The Advanced Canada Workers Benefit does not have a regular payment scheduled for August 2026.

The previous instalment was issued in July. The next scheduled ACWB payment is in October 2026.

Employment Insurance

Employment Insurance does not use one universal monthly payment date.

Eligible claimants generally receive payments according to their individual claim and reporting schedule after submitting the required reports.

The exact arrival date can therefore differ from one claimant to another.

Canadian Dental Care Plan

The Canadian Dental Care Plan does not normally issue a fixed monthly cash payment directly to members.

Instead, eligible oral health services are covered according to the plan’s rules, and participating providers submit claims for covered treatment.

How August Benefit Payments Are Delivered

Most federal and CRA-administered benefit payments can be received through direct deposit or by mailed cheque.

Direct Deposit

Direct deposit sends the payment electronically to the bank account registered with the CRA, Service Canada or the relevant government department.

It is generally the fastest and most reliable way to receive benefits.

Recipients should keep their banking information current and avoid closing an old account until they have confirmed that future deposits have been redirected successfully.

Mailed Cheques

Recipients who are not enrolled in direct deposit may receive a cheque by mail.

Mailed payments can take longer and may be affected by postal delays, statutory holidays or an outdated mailing address.

Why Your August Benefit Amount May Change

Benefit amounts can change when the CRA, Service Canada or another department receives updated income, family or eligibility information.

Common reasons for a different payment amount include:

• A newly processed income tax return
• A change in individual or family income
• A change in marital or common-law status
• The birth of a child
• A child turning 18
• A change in shared-custody arrangements
• A move to another province or territory
• A previous overpayment or underpayment
• A change in Disability Tax Credit eligibility
• A reassessment of program eligibility

Recipients should review official notices and messages in their online government accounts whenever a payment changes unexpectedly.

What to Do if Your August Payment Is Missing

Government deposits do not always appear at the same time at every financial institution.

If an expected payment has not arrived:

1. Confirm that you remain eligible for the program.
2. Check the official payment date.
3. Review your CRA account or My Service Canada Account.
4. Confirm that your banking information is correct.
5. Check that your mailing address is current.
6. Review any recent reassessment or eligibility notice.
7. Confirm that all required tax returns have been filed.
8. Wait the recommended number of working days before contacting the responsible department.

A payment may be delayed because of bank processing, postal delivery, missing tax information, outdated personal details or an ongoing eligibility review.

Who Should Contact the CRA?

The Canada Revenue Agency administers several tax-related, family and provincial benefits.

Check your CRA account or contact the CRA for issues involving:

• Canada Child Benefit
• Ontario Trillium Benefit
• Alberta Child and Family Benefit
• Newfoundland and Labrador Disability Benefit
• Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit
• Advanced Canada Workers Benefit
• Other CRA-administered provincial and territorial benefits

Who Should Contact Service Canada?

Service Canada manages several pension, disability and employment programs.

Use My Service Canada Account or contact Service Canada for matters involving:

• Canada Disability Benefit
• Canada Pension Plan
• CPP Disability Benefit
• Old Age Security
• Guaranteed Income Supplement
• Allowance
• Allowance for the Survivor
• Employment Insurance

How to Avoid Future Payment Delays

• File your income tax return every year.
• Make sure your spouse or common-law partner also files a return.
• Register for direct deposit.
• Keep your address and banking information current.
• Report marital-status changes promptly.
• Update child custody information when necessary.
• Respond to requests for supporting documents.
• Review messages in your CRA and Service Canada accounts.
• Keep Disability Tax Credit information current when required.

Related Government Payment Guides

• Canada Benefit Calendar 2026
• CRA Payment Calendar 2026
• July Benefit Payments 2026
• Canada Child Benefit Guide
• Canada Disability Benefit Guide
• Alberta Child and Family Benefit Guide
• Canada Pension Plan Guide
• Old Age Security Guide

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the first benefit payment in August 2026?

The first major payment included in this guide is the Ontario Trillium Benefit, scheduled for August 10, 2026.

When is the Canada Disability Benefit paid in August 2026?

The Canada Disability Benefit is scheduled for August 20, 2026.

When is the Canada Child Benefit paid in August 2026?

The Canada Child Benefit is scheduled for August 20, 2026.

Are the Canada Child Benefit and Canada Disability Benefit paid on the same day?

Yes. Both payments are scheduled for August 20, 2026, although they are administered by different government departments.

When is the Newfoundland and Labrador Disability Benefit paid?

The Newfoundland and Labrador Disability Benefit is scheduled for August 25, 2026.

When will CPP be paid in August 2026?

Canada Pension Plan benefits are scheduled for August 27, 2026.

When will OAS and GIS be paid in August 2026?

Old Age Security, Guaranteed Income Supplement, Allowance and Allowance for the Survivor are scheduled for August 27, 2026.

When is the Alberta Child and Family Benefit paid in August?

The Alberta Child and Family Benefit is scheduled for August 27, 2026.

When is the Veteran Disability Pension paid in August?

The Veteran Disability Pension is scheduled for August 28, 2026.

Is the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit paid in August?

No regular Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit payment is scheduled for August 2026. The benefit is paid quarterly.

Is the Advanced Canada Workers Benefit paid in August?

No regular Advanced Canada Workers Benefit payment is scheduled for August 2026.

Why did I not receive every benefit listed here?

Each program has separate eligibility requirements. Recipients only receive benefits for which they qualify.

Can an August benefit payment arrive late?

Yes. Bank processing, postal delivery, missing tax returns, outdated personal information or an eligibility review can delay a payment.