Service targeted to:

• residents of Canada, including citizens, permanent residents, protected persons, individuals registered under the Indian Act and temporary residents 
• primary caregivers of children under 18, which can include biological, adoptive, foster, and guardian parents
• families who have filed their tax return

Receiving Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH), Income Support, or child care subsidies does not affect eligibility for the Canada Child Benefit (CCB). However, a child cannot receive the CCB if they are already receiving the Children's Special Allowance (CSA). To be eligible, temporary residents must have lived in Canada for 18 months and still hold a valid permit in the 19th month.

To access service:

• visit website to apply online, by mail or through the birth registration service
• visit website for the application form
• visit website for the Child and family benefits calculator 

First-time applicants must provide proof of birth when applying for the Canada Child Benefit (CCB).