Canadians getting more money from the feds on Friday
A week after the year’s first GST credit payments were sent out, the federal government will give eligible Canadians extra cash through the Advanced Canada Workers Benefit (ACWB).
The ACWB is granted to those entitled to the Canada Workers Benefit (CWB) on their income tax returns.
It’s an advance payment of up to 50% of the CWB granted across three payments throughout the year.
The first payment of 2025 is scheduled for Friday, January 10.
You are eligible if:
- You’re over 19 years old on December 31, or live with a spouse or common-law partner or your child,
- You’re a resident of Canada throughout the year, and
- You’re working but earning less than the net income level set for your province or territory of residence
Advanced Canada Workers Benefit amounts
The maximum basic benefit for the CWB is $1,590 for single individuals; meanwhile, families can earn up to $2,739.
The maximum disability supplement amount is $821 for individuals and families, based on adjusted net income.
The maximum basic and disability CWB amounts will vary for residents of Quebec, Nunavut, and Alberta.
Those eligible for CWB will get up to 50% in advance payments.
“You must be a resident of Canada on the first day of the quarter to be eligible for the advanced payments,” states the federal government.
You can use the child and family benefits calculator here to estimate your advanced payment amount.
Do you need to apply to receive your payment?
You don’t need to apply for the advance payment, as the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) determines your eligibility when you file your income tax and benefit return.
Learn more here.
This article was originally published on January 6, 2025. It has since been updated.
With files from Simran Singh