BC Family Benefit Calculator 2026

STEP 1 — Maximum BCFB

Marital StatusMarried / Common-Law

Number of Children1

First Child Max$145.83

Second Child Max$0.00

Additional Children Max$0.00

Total Maximum BCFB$145.83

STEP 2 — Income Tier

Your AFNI$0

Income over $30,176$0

Monthly Reduction (4%)$0

STEP 3 — Floor Protection

Floor applies?No

Floor Total$0

Reduced BCFB$0

STEP 4 — Final BCFB

Final Monthly BCFB$0

Annual BCFB$0

📋 BCFB reference amounts

Component	Two-Parent	Single Parent	Floor
First child	$145.83	$41.66	$64.58
Second child	$91.66	$91.66	$62.50
Each additional	$75.00	$75.00	$60.41

Income Thresholds: No reduction up to $30,176 | Floor applies $30,176–$96,562 | No floor above $96,562

⚠️ This calculator provides estimated BCFB amounts for informational purposes only. Actual BCFB payments are determined by the Canada Revenue Agency on behalf of the BC provincial government, based on your tax return and individual circumstances. This tool uses the official BCFB rules and maximum amounts for the 2026–2027 benefit year (July 2026 – June 2027) but should not be considered as official confirmation of benefit amount. Always verify with the CRA or consult a qualified tax professional.

❓ FAQ

What is the BC Family Benefit (BCFB)? ▼

The BCFB is a tax-free monthly payment to families with children under 18. It's a provincial benefit funded by the BC government and combined with the federal Canada Child Benefit (CCB) into a single monthly payment.

How much is the BCFB in 2026–2027? ▼

For July 2026 to June 2027: $145.83/month for the first child (two-parent family), $41.66/month for the first child in a single parent family, $91.66/month for the second child, and $75/month for each additional child.

At what income does the BCFB start reducing? ▼

The BCFB reduces when your adjusted family net income exceeds $30,176.

What is the "floor protection" in the middle income tier? ▼

Between $30,176 and $96,562 in income, the BCFB has a minimum floor. Even if the 4% reduction would bring your benefit below the floor, you still receive the floor amount: First child: $64.58/month, Second child: $62.50/month, Each additional: $60.41/month.

What happens above $96,562 in income? ▼

Above $96,562, the floor protection no longer applies. Your BCFB continues to reduce by 4% of income over $30,176 until it reaches $0.

Do I need to apply for the BCFB? ▼

No. You do not need to apply separately. The CRA automatically determines your eligibility based on your CCB application and your tax return. Just file your taxes every year.

When are BCFB payments made? ▼

BCFB payments are combined with CCB and made monthly, typically on the 20th of each month.

Is the BCFB taxable? ▼

No, the BCFB is a non-taxable benefit. You do not need to report it on your tax return.

What's the difference in the first child amount for single parents? ▼

Single parent families receive $41.66/month for the first child, compared to $145.83/month for two-parent families. The second and additional child amounts are the same regardless of marital status.

What if my income changes? ▼

The BCFB is recalculated every July based on your previous year's AFNI. A change in income in 2025 affects payments starting July 2026.

🇨🇦 BC Family Benefit Calculator 2026–2027

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