The BC Family Benefit is a monthly tax-free payment that millions of families in British Columbia receive. It’s beneficial for families who are self-employed to raise children, as the sole purpose of this benefit is to meet the needs of needy families.
It goes directly into a bank account of parents so they can cover the cost of raising a child. The special thing about this payment is that there’s no need to apply to receive it; all that’s required is filing a tax return on time.
It’s important to note that this payment aligns with the CCB, a federal government program. The 2026 schedule has been officially released, which you can check to see when you’ll receive your payment in the coming year.
What are the 2026 payment dates?
In 2026, the BC child benefit is proposed to be released on the 20th of each month. If the payment date is a holiday or weekend, it will be received one or two days earlier. You can view the month-wise payment dates by going through the table below.
- January 2026 – 20th
- February 2026 – 20th
- March 2026 – 20th
- April 2026 – 20th
- May 2026 – 20th
- June 2026 – 19th
- July 2026 – 20th
- August 2026 – 20th
- September 2026 – 18th
- October 2026 – 20th
- November 2026 – 20th
- December 2026 – 11th
What to do to get the payment without any delay?
To ensure timely BC family benefit payments throughout the year 2026, it’s crucial to keep a few things in mind: filing your tax returns on time and choosing direct deposit to receive benefits. If you’ve done both, you’re guaranteed to receive your payments on time.
If you are still getting paid by paper cheque, it is best for you to opt for direct deposit as soon as possible, as this will ensure you don’t have to wait a long week to receive your payment. Switching to it will help you to receive the payment without any delay.
In addition, it’s important to keep a few things in mind: updating your banking details as soon as possible if there are any changes and ensuring your mailing address and family information are accurate. Any issues with either of these could result in payment delays.
What to do if payment is not received on time?
If the payment of the BC family benefit is not received on time, then first of all you should check its status by logging in to the web portal. If the status shows ‘payment sent’ and you have not received it, then contact your bank and get the details in this regard.
Sometimes, due to technical issues, payment processing takes time. In this situation, you should wait 3 days. If you haven’t received it even after waiting for a sufficient amount of time, you should contact the official and inquire as to why you haven’t received it.
How much will be received?
The amount of BC Family Benefit depends on the family’s income, the number of children, and the marital status of the parents. In 2026, families with lower income will receive a higher amount; as usual, this benefit is also increased annually based on the returns.
Who will get this benefit?
The BC Family Benefit is available to British Columbia families with children under 18. This benefit is limited to families with low to moderate incomes. They will use net income and tax returns to determine your eligibility. If you qualify, you’ll receive this payment.
It is only available to people whose adjusted family net income does not exceed the threshold. The amount a family receives depends on their AFNI, the qualifying number of children, and the living situation. If the income is above this limit, then this benefit will be available, but with deductions.
Disclaimer: BC Family Benefit 2026 payment details are for informational purposes only. Confirm dates and eligibility with the Government of British Columbia.