Advanced Canada Workers Benefit Payment Dates 2026 and 2027
The CRA pays part of the Canada Workers Benefit in advance three times a year, in January, July and October. You get the rest when you file your tax return.
Next payment
Tuesday, January 12, 2027
In 58 days
ACWB payment dates 2026
| Payment date | Status |
|---|---|
| Monday, January 12, 2026 | Paid |
| Friday, July 10, 2026 | Paid |
| Friday, October 9, 2026 | Paid |
ACWB payment dates 2027
| Payment date | Status |
|---|---|
| Tuesday, January 12, 2027 | Next payment |
| Monday, July 12, 2027 | Upcoming |
| Tuesday, October 12, 2027 | Upcoming |
Good to know
These are the dates for advance payments of the Canada Workers Benefit. You get the rest when you file your tax return. Budget 2026 proposes reducing advance payments in 2027 and ending them from 2028. That is not law yet.
Dates checked against the official calendar on November 14, 2026. Official payment dates