On This Page You Will Find
- CRA benefit payment dates for October 2026
- The October Canada child benefit payment date
- The Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit payment date
- Ontario trillium benefit and Advanced Canada workers benefit dates
- CPP, OAS and Canada Disability Benefit payment dates
- What to do if a benefit payment is late
Canadians receiving government benefits and tax credits have several important payment dates to watch in October 2026, including payments from the Canada Revenue Agency and Service Canada.
The CRA will issue payments for the Canada child benefit, Ontario trillium benefit, Advanced Canada workers benefit and Newfoundland and Labrador disability benefit during the month.
The Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit, formerly known as the GST/HST credit, also has an October payment date.
Service Canada will separately issue Canada Pension Plan, Old Age Security, Canada Disability Benefit and veteran disability pension payments.
CRA Benefits Payment Dates In October 2026
The CRA has scheduled several benefit and credit payments during October 2026.
| Benefit or credit | October 2026 payment date |
|---|---|
| Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit | October 5 |
| Ontario trillium benefit | October 9 |
| Advanced Canada workers benefit | October 9 |
| Canada child benefit | October 20 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador disability benefit | October 23 |
Not everyone qualifies for every payment. Some benefits are available across Canada, while others apply only in particular provinces.
Canada Groceries And Essentials Benefit – October 5
The Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit is scheduled for payment on October 5, 2026.
The benefit was formerly known as the Goods and Services Tax/Harmonized Sales Tax credit.
The 2026 payment schedule lists GST/HST credit payments on January 5 and April 2, followed by Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit payments on July 3 and October 5.
The benefit includes related provincial and territorial programs.
Recipients can use CRA My Account to check their next payment.
Ontario Trillium Benefit – October 9
Ontario residents receiving the Ontario trillium benefit have a payment scheduled for October 9, 2026.
The benefit includes:
- Ontario energy and property tax credit
- Northern Ontario energy credit
- Ontario sales tax credit
The next Ontario trillium benefit payment after October is scheduled for November 10, followed by a final 2026 payment on December 10.
Advanced Canada Workers Benefit – October 9
The Advanced Canada workers benefit will also be paid on October 9, 2026.
The CRA has listed three ACWB payment dates for 2026:
- January 12
- July 10
- October 9
The October payment is therefore the final Advanced Canada workers benefit payment listed for 2026.
Canada Child Benefit – October 20
Families receiving the Canada child benefit can expect their next scheduled payment on October 20, 2026.
The CCB includes related provincial and territorial programs.
The remaining Canada child benefit payment dates for 2026 are:
- October 20
- November 20
- December 11
Recipients can check upcoming payments through CRA My Account or sign up for benefit and credit payment reminders.
Newfoundland And Labrador Disability Benefit – October 23
The Newfoundland and Labrador disability benefit is scheduled for payment on October 23, 2026.
The remaining NLDB payment dates for 2026 are:
- October 23
- November 25
- December 24
The payment dates vary during the year, so recipients should check the official schedule rather than assume the benefit will always arrive on the same day each month.
CPP, OAS And Other Service Canada Payments In October 2026
Service Canada administers several other government benefits with October payment dates.
| Benefit | October 2026 payment date |
|---|---|
| Canada Disability Benefit | October 15 |
| Canada Pension Plan | October 28 |
| Old Age Security | October 28 |
| Veteran disability pension | October 29 |
The Canada Pension Plan schedule includes retirement pension payments and CPP disability, children’s and survivor benefits.
The Old Age Security schedule includes the OAS pension, Guaranteed Income Supplement, Allowance and Allowance for the Survivor.
Both CPP and OAS payments are scheduled for October 28, 2026.
Is There An Alberta Child And Family Benefit Payment In October?
There is no Alberta child and family benefit payment scheduled for October 2026.
The 2026 payment dates are:
- February 27
- May 27
- August 27
- November 27
The next scheduled Alberta child and family benefit payment will therefore be issued on November 27, 2026.
Is The Canada Carbon Rebate Still Being Paid?
The Canada Carbon Rebate is listed as closed.
The program was formerly known as the Climate Action Incentive Payment.
It previously included a basic amount and rural supplement for eligible residents of Alberta, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Prince Edward Island and Saskatchewan.
There is no Canada Carbon Rebate payment scheduled for October 2026.
What To Do If Your CRA Benefit Payment Is Late
Payments are issued on the dates listed by the federal government, but they may take several days to arrive.
Cheques sent by mail can take longer than payments issued through direct deposit.
Recipients should wait five to 10 business days before contacting the relevant program about a missing payment.
Wildfires have also delayed the delivery of a small number of benefit and credit cheques.
Anyone unable to access a cheque because of wildfire disruption and requiring immediate assistance can call 1-800-387-1193.
Direct deposit payments will continue to be issued according to schedule.
How To Check Your Next CRA Payment
Recipients can use CRA My Account to check their next benefit or credit payment.
The CRA also offers benefit and credit payment reminders about one week before a payment is issued.
These services can help recipients keep track of payments that follow different monthly or quarterly schedules.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Canada child benefit paid in October 2026?
The Canada child benefit is scheduled for payment on October 20, 2026. The benefit includes related provincial and territorial programs. The remaining CCB payment dates for the year are November 20 and December 11. Recipients can check their next payment through CRA My Account.
When is the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit paid in October 2026?
The Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit is scheduled for October 5, 2026. The benefit was formerly known as the GST/HST credit. The 2026 schedule lists earlier payments on January 5, April 2 and July 3 before the October payment.
When are CPP and OAS paid in October 2026?
Canada Pension Plan and Old Age Security payments are both scheduled for October 28, 2026. CPP includes retirement, disability, children’s and survivor benefits. OAS includes the Old Age Security pension, Guaranteed Income Supplement, Allowance and Allowance for the Survivor.
What should I do if my CRA benefit payment is late?
Recipients should generally wait five to 10 business days before contacting the relevant program about a missing payment. Cheques sent by mail may take longer than direct deposit. Wildfires have also delayed a small number of benefit and credit cheques.
How can I check my next CRA benefit payment?
You can use CRA My Account to see your next benefit or credit payment. You can also sign up for benefit and credit payment reminders, which are sent about one week before the payment is issued.