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Canada Disability Benefit Payment Dates 2026 and 2027
When the Canada Disability Benefit is paid each month, how much it is, who qualifies and what to check if a payment is missing.
- Official sources
- Free
- Checked October 17, 2026
2026 (official)
Service Canada calendar- Jan15Thu
- Feb19Thu
- Mar19Thu
- Apr16Thu
- May21Thu
- Jun18Thu
- Jul16Thu
- Aug20Thu
- Sep17Thu
- Oct15Thu
- Nov19Thu
- Dec17Thu
2027 (projected)
Third Thursday of each month- Jan21Thu
- Feb18Thu
- Mar18Thu
- Apr15Thu
- May20Thu
- Jun17Thu
- Jul15Thu
- Aug19Thu
- Sep16Thu
- Oct21Thu
- Nov18Thu
- Dec16Thu
Key facts
- Paid on the third Thursday of every month.
- Up to $200 a month in its first year, indexed every July; reduced as family income rises.
- For people aged 18 to 64 with the disability tax credit.
- You and your spouse must file tax returns every year.
- Totals of $240 or less a year are paid as one lump sum.
Who is eligible for the Canada Disability Benefit?
You must be 18 to 64, have the disability tax credit, be a resident of Canada for tax purposes, and have filed your tax return, along with your spouse or common-law partner if you have one.
The CDB is only for people approved for the disability tax credit. If you are not, apply for the DTC first with form T2201.
How much does the Canada Disability Benefit pay?
The maximum was $200 a month ($2,400 a year) from July 2025 to June 2026 and is adjusted for inflation every July. The amount is reduced as your adjusted family net income rises above set thresholds.
Service Canada’s “How much you could receive” page shows the current maximum and income thresholds; check it for the July 2026 to June 2027 amount.
What should I do if a CDB payment is missing?
Wait 5 to 10 business days, then check that your application was approved, that your direct deposit and address are up to date with Service Canada, and that your latest tax return was assessed.
Dates and amounts come from the official sources listed. Dates for future years are marked as projected until they are published. Canadianow is not affiliated with any government.
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