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Eligibility Criteria for Canada Child Benefit (CCB)
You or your spouse or common-law partner must be one of the following:
Canadian citizen
Permanent resident
Protected person (received a positive Notice of Decision from the Immigration and Refugee Board)
Exception
Temporary resident

Who is considered to be a temporary resident
To be considered as a temporary resident, you must meet both conditions:

You lived in Canada for the previous 18 months
You have a valid permit in the 19th month which does not state "does not confer status" or "does not confer temporary resident status"
Individual who is registered or entitled to be registered under the Indian Act

Canada child benefit (CCB)
January 20, 2026
February 20, 2026
March 20, 2026
April 20, 2026
May 20, 2026
June 19, 2026
July 20, 2026
August 20, 2026
September 18, 2026
October 20, 2026
November 20, 2026
December 11, 2026

File on time even if you cannot pay

If you cannot pay your balance owing by the return due date, file on time to avoid being charged a late-filing penalty

DIGITAL-FIRST MODEL
Starting February 9, 2026, the CRA is moving toward a "digital-first" model. This change is designed to speed up the process, allowing you to see your assessment results almost immediately after your return is processed, rather than waiting for the postal service.

March 2, 2026: Deadline to contribute to an RRSP, a PRPP, or an SPP

February 23, 2026: NETFILE (online filing) opens, allowing early e-filing.

April 30, 2026: Main deadline for most individuals to file and pay taxes.

June 15, 2026: Deadline to file for self-employed individuals (payment still due April 30

RRSP Contribution Deadline: March 2, 2026 (since March 1 is a Sunday, the deadline moves to the next business day).

To our valued clients, thank you for making 2025 a successful year. At Exact Tax, we take pride in being more than just your accountants—we are your partners in prosperity. May 2026 bring you new opportunities, financial growth, and continued success. Happy New Year

🚨 Red Flags of a Scam Call

Unverified phone numbers: Never call back a number unless you’ve checked it against CRA’s official contact list.

Requests for payment: CRA will not demand payment by e-transfer, gift cards, or cryptocurrency.

Threats or urgency: Scammers often claim you’ll be arrested or fined if you don’t act immediately.

Unusual personal info requests: CRA will not ask for your passport, driver’s license, or banking PIN.

How to Verify a CRA Call

Check the official CRA phone numbers: Use the CRA’s website to confirm if the number is legitimate.

Call CRA directly: Use the official toll-free numbers listed online, not the one given by the caller.

CRA My Account: Log in to your secure CRA account to see if there are any messages or requests.

Voicemail verification: If a voicemail is left, verify the number independently before calling back.