$1499 Canada ACFB Payment October 2025 – Check Eligibility & Deposit Dates – Little Makers

Families in Alberta continue to rely on the Alberta Child and Family Benefit (ACFB), administered by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) on behalf of the provincial government.

For the benefit year July 2025 to June 2026, the program provides up to $1499 for the first child to support families with the cost of raising children under 18. However, there is no scheduled ACFB payment in October 2025, as payments are issued only four times a year.

This article explains eligibility, payment dates, income limits, and other details for families expecting the $1499 ACFB benefit in October 2025.

The Alberta Child and Family Benefit is a tax-free financial support program aimed at helping low-income households with children. While the program is fully funded by the Alberta Government, it is managed and distributed by the CRA.

• The maximum benefit of $1499 applies to the first child under 18.
• Payments are issued quarterly: August, November, February, and May.
• Families automatically qualify if they file taxes and are registered for the Canada Child Benefit (CCB).

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) administers the Alberta Child and Family Benefit (ACFB) on behalf of the Alberta Government. For the benefit year July 2025 to June 2026, eligible families can receive up to $1499 for the first child as financial support.

The payment is issued four times a year and is designed to assist families caring for children under 18. This benefit is particularly targeted at low-income households, with the full payment available for families earning below $27,565 annually. The program’s purpose is to provide direct, tax-free support to households raising children.

To qualify for the $1499 ACFB payment in 2025, families must be residents of Alberta and have children under the age of 18 in their care. Applicants are required to file their 2024 tax return with the CRA to confirm eligibility.

The exact payment amount is determined by the family’s net income: households earning below $27,565 qualify for the maximum benefit of $1499, families with income between $27,565 and $46,191 receive a partial benefit, and those with income above $46,191 receive a reduced amount.

The ACFB benefit is not issued in October 2025. Payments for the July 2025–June 2026 cycle are scheduled as follows:

Families should note that while the program provides up to $1499, no direct deposit or cheque will be sent in October 2025.

• The $1499 maximum amount for July 2025 to June 2026 is official and confirmed.
• Payments continue to be quarterly, not monthly, so there is no October 2025 payment.
• Families must meet income thresholds and ensure their CCB registration and tax filings are updated.
• Payments are distributed through direct deposit or mailed cheques by CRA.

The ACFB provides a vital safety net for low-income households in Alberta:

• Tax-free support to help cover children’s daily needs.
• Automatic qualification for most families already registered for the CCB.
• Targeted relief that prioritizes families with the lowest incomes.

Even though October 2025 does not include a payment, families can still rely on upcoming deposits in November 2025, February 2026, and May 2026.

The $1499 Canada ACFB Payment for October 2025 is part of Alberta’s ongoing commitment to supporting families with children.

However, there will be no payment in October 2025, as the official CRA schedule distributes funds only in August, November, February, and May.

Families meeting the eligibility criteria should ensure their tax filings and dependent details are up to date to avoid delays. For many, the ACFB remains an essential source of financial support during times of rising living costs.

No, the CRA does not issue ACFB payments in October.

August 27, 2025; November 27, 2025; February 27, 2026; and May 27, 2026.

Families with net incomes below $27,565 and children under 18.