In October 2025, there will be novel features to Canada’s social safety network and monthly supports offered by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) will expand to hundreds of Canadians. With considerations to inflation and the high cost of living, these new enhanced payment programs have been designed to help workers, seniors, families, and vulnerable Canadians.
Overview: The Six CRA Benefit Payments
As of October 2025, the Additional Improved Payments Program scheduled to be paid by CRA will also include:
- Goods and Services Tax / Harmonized Sales Tax (GST/HST) Credit, Canada Workers Benefit (CWB), Canada Child Benefit (CCB), Canada Disability Benefit, Old Age Security (OAS), and Canada Pension Plan (CPP).
- These programs help Canadians meet the high cost of living, and help pay the monthly and quarterly payments directly to the bank accounts of eligible Canadians.
In October 2025, the CRA will also offer enhanced services by providing payments to eligible families and vulnerable groups of more than $2,600. The new features include enhanced quarterly GST/HST payments targeted to low and modest-income earners, an increase in the maximum CCB monthly payment and additional monthly payments for seniors and people with disabilities.
Payment Dates and Eligibility Requirements
Benefit disbursement dates stretch throughout October, ensuring steady support:
| Benefit | October 2025 Payment Date |
|---|---|
| GST/HST Credit | Oct 3 |
| Canada Workers Benefit | Oct 10 |
| Ontario Trillium Benefit | Oct 10 |
| Canada Disability Benefit | Oct 16 |
| Canada Child Benefit | Oct 20 |
| OAS, CPP | Oct 29 |
How Much Can Canadians Get Paid?
Benefits received depend on individual income and the criteria of the programs.
- Low-income workers are eligible to receive $1,633 (singles) and $2,813 (families) from the Canadian Workers Benefit with the additional disability supplements.
- The Goods and Services Tax/Harmonized Sales Tax Credit is $170 (couples) and $130 (singles) received every quarter.
- The Canada Child Benefit is given every month and totals $7,997 a year for families with children.
- The Canada Disability Benefit was previously $200, but now is permanent for every month.
- Seniors’ Old Age Security pensions go from $740 to $814.
- The Canada Pension Plan is based on previous contributions and is up to $1,433 a month.
Why new Benefits are Important
The latest payments from CRA are to counter ongoing inflation and economic pressures. These payments are for poverty prevention, purchasing power protection, and equal opportunity. This is most importantly for single parents, low-income workers, and Canadians with disabilities and seniors. Most eligible recipients simplify access through auto-assessment based on taxes filed each year.
Very Short Table: CRA Payment Form Data
| Benefit | Max Oct Amount | Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| CWB | $1,633-single | 19+, low income worker |
| GST/HST | $170-couple | Low/mod. income |
| CCB | $648-child | Parent, under 18 |
| Disability | $200 | DTC certificate |
Most Commonly Asked Questions
Q1: Will these new benefits affect my tax refund?
No. Benefits like GST/HST Credit and CCB are non-taxable, and these benefits do not impact tax refunds or add to tax liability.
Q2: Is a new application needed for every benefit?
No. Every tax return filed for a given year automatically triggers a CRA benefits review, determining eligibility for all automatic benefits.
Q3: Can a household get multiple payments?
Yes. Payments such as GST, CCB, and CWB are issued to all qualified families simultaneously, as long as the conditions are met for each program.
