The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) plays a vital role in supporting Canadians through benefit programs that provide direct financial assistance. These payments include pensions for seniors, income supplements for low-income households, and child benefits for families.
For August 2025, the CRA Payment Schedule has been officially released, confirming dates for Canada Pension Plan (CPP), Old Age Security (OAS), Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS), Canada Child Benefit (CCB), and the Ontario Trillium Benefit (OTB). These benefits ensure that millions of Canadians receive timely support to manage rising living costs and inflation pressures.
Overview of CRA’s Role in Benefit Payments
The CRA distributes payments to different groups of Canadians:
- Seniors through CPP, OAS, and GIS.
- Families with children through CCB.
- Low-income Ontarians through the Ontario Trillium Benefit (OTB).
These programs are indexed and revised regularly to reflect inflation, ensuring beneficiaries have financial security throughout the year.
CRA Payment Schedule – August 2025
The confirmed August 2025 CRA payment dates are:
- CPP, OAS, GIS: August 27, 2025
- CCB: August 20, 2025
- OTB: August 8, 2025
Each program serves a different group, but all are essential to maintaining financial stability for Canadians.
CPP, OAS, and GIS – Pension Benefits for Seniors
The three core pension benefits are paid monthly:
- Canada Pension Plan (CPP) – Available to contributors from age 60, with maximum benefits at 65. In 2025, maximum CPP is \$1,433 per month.
- Old Age Security (OAS) – Paid to seniors aged 65 and over, with amounts depending on age:
- Ages 65–74: \$734.95
- Ages 75 and older: \$808.45
- Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) – Provides additional support to low-income seniors. The maximum monthly GIS in 2025 is \$1,097.75.
These payments will all be deposited on August 27, 2025.
Canada Child Benefit (CCB) – August 2025 Payment
The CCB supports families responsible for raising children under 18. In 2025, payments range from \$562.33 to \$666.41 per child per month, depending on family income and number of children.
The next CCB payment will be issued on August 20, 2025.
Eligibility requires:
- The child must be under 18.
- The caregiver must be responsible for upbringing.
- Children must be in full-time education where applicable.
Ontario Trillium Benefit (OTB) – August 2025 Date
The OTB combines three credits:
- Northern Ontario Energy Credit (NOEC): \$185 – \$285.
- Ontario Energy and Property Tax Credit (OEPTC): \$1,283 – \$1,461.
- Ontario Sales Tax Credit (OSTC): Up to \$371.
To receive OTB, individuals must qualify for at least one of these credits. The next OTB payment is confirmed for August 8, 2025.
Why CRA Adjusts Benefits Regularly
The CRA ensures benefit amounts reflect inflation and cost-of-living increases. For 2025, adjustments across CPP, OAS, GIS, CCB, and OTB were made to help:
- Seniors cope with higher living expenses.
- Families manage childcare and education costs.
- Low-income Ontarians offset rising energy and housing bills.
These measures aim to protect vulnerable groups from the harshest impacts of inflation.
Full 2025 CRA Payment Calendar (CPP, OAS, GIS)
| Month | Payment Date 2025 |
|---|---|
| January | 29th |
| February | 26th |
| March | 27th |
| April | 28th |
| May | 28th |
| June | 26th |
| July | 29th |
| August | 27th |
| September | 25th |
| October | 29th |
| November | 26th |
| December | 22nd |
Full 2025 CCB Payment Schedule
| Month | Payment Date 2025 |
|---|---|
| January | 20th |
| February | 20th |
| March | 20th |
| April | 17th |
| May | 20th |
| June | 20th |
| July | 18th |
| August | 20th |
| September | 19th |
| October | 20th |
| November | 20th |
| December | 12th |
Full 2025 OTB Payment Schedule
| Month | Payment Date 2025 |
|---|---|
| January | 10th |
| February | 10th |
| March | 10th |
| April | 10th |
| May | 9th |
| June | 10th |
| July | 10th |
| August | 8th |
| September | 10th |
| October | 10th |
| November | 10th |
| December | 10th |
Fact Check – CRA Payment Schedule August 2025
The August 2025 CRA payment schedule is official and confirmed. Payments for CPP, OAS, GIS will arrive on August 27, CCB on August 20, and OTB on August 8. These dates are set and beneficiaries can expect deposits or mailed cheques on schedule.
FAQs – CRA Payment Schedule August 2025
Q1. When will CPP, OAS, and GIS be paid in August 2025?
They will all be deposited on August 27, 2025.
Q2. What is the August 2025 payment date for CCB?
The Canada Child Benefit (CCB) will be paid on August 20, 2025.
Q3. Who qualifies for the Ontario Trillium Benefit (OTB)?
Ontarians who are eligible for at least one of the NOEC, OEPTC, or OSTC credits qualify.
Q4. How much is the maximum CPP monthly payment in 2025?
The maximum CPP benefit is \$1,433 per month, depending on contribution history.
Q5. Where can I check the CRA payment schedule?
You can confirm official CRA benefit dates at www.canada.ca or through your My CRA Account.
