If you have children under 18, the Government of Canada may be able to help you with some of the costs of raising them. This monthly tax-free payment is called the Canada Child Tax Benefit. The amount of the benefit is based on several factors, such as: your family income, the number of children you have and their ages, and your province or territory of residence. When you apply, you must provide proof of your Canadian immigration status, and proof of birth for any of your children born outside of Canada.
To apply for the Canada Child Tax Benefit, you must have filed an Income Tax and Benefit Return. If you were not residents of Canada in time to fill out a return, you will need to complete a separate form to declare your world income. You can get these forms and more information on the Canada Child Tax Benefit by calling the Canada Customs and Revenue Agency's toll-free enquiry service at 1-800-387-1193, or visit www.ccra.gc.ca/benefits
If you live in Quebec, Canada Customs and Revenue Agency will automatically send the Régie des rentes du Québec all information needed to register your children for the Quebec family allowance.