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Children's special allowances (CSA)
Monthly support for agencies caring for children
Latest source updateLast Update: July 14, 2026Latest change: The CSA program page was reorganized with broader audience information, and the payment amounts sheet now shows updated base-year values for July 2026 to June 2027.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 14, 2026
Latest change: The CSA program page was reorganized with broader audience information, and the payment amounts sheet now shows updated base-year values for July 2026 to June 2027.
CSA page and payment amounts updated
The CSA program page has been reorganized into a section hub with links for who can apply, how much, before you apply, how to apply, payment dates, and contact us, and it now describes CSA as covering federal, provincial and territorial, and Indigenous agencies and other institutions. The CSA payment amounts sheet now shows new base-year 2025 amounts for July 2026 to June 2027: $679.75 per month for each child under 6, $573.58 per month for each child aged 6 to 17, and $290.00 per month for each eligible child for the CDB supplement. It also states that the CDB supplement applies if the child is eligible for the DTC. The RC64 form listing was also refreshed to a new version year, but no new deadline or intake rule appears on the changed pages.
Funding available
$ 969
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
Children's special allowances (CSA) provides monthly support to agencies caring for children in Canada. The payment equals the maximum Canada child benefit amount and may include the child disability benefit when the child is eligible for the disability tax credit.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 969 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Documents Needed
- Form RC64, Children's Special Allowances
- Form RC113, Direct Deposit Request for Children's Special Allowances
- Provincial or territorial licence or authorization regarding the protection, custody and care of children, for non-governmental agencies
- Proof of legislative authority regarding the protection, custody and care of children, for agencies authorized by an Indigenous governing body
- Notice of intent to exercise legislative authority, a request to enter into a coordination agreement, and the agency’s own Indigenous Laws relating to child and family services in place, for agencies authorized by an Indigenous governing body
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Agencies
- Indigenous governing bodies
How to apply
- Write a letter to register your agency for CSA, including your agency name and a method of contact, and include your business number if you have one.
- Mail, fax, or drop the letter off at your nearest tax services office or tax centre.
- Complete Form RC64, Children's Special Allowances, to start or end a CSA payment, and mail it to the nearest tax centre that serves your area.
- To apply or cancel electronically, call 1-877-418-7714 to register for CSA on the net, complete the registration forms, and return them by email.
- To start direct deposit or change banking information, send a completed Form RC113, Direct Deposit Request for Children's Special Allowances.
Processing and Agreement
- Incomplete or missing information will lead to the application being returned and/or delay its processing.
- When the CSA on the net forms are received, access to the secure CSA on the net website will be configured and the Entrust certificate setup will begin.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Children's special allowances (CSA) Program
What is the Children's special allowances (CSA)?
Children's special allowances (CSA) provides monthly support to agencies caring for children in Canada. The payment equals the maximum Canada child benefit amount and may include the child disability benefit when the child is eligible for the disability tax credit.
How much funding can be received?
Children's special allowances (CSA) Funds up to $969 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Children's special allowances (CSA) program?
To be eligible for the Children's special allowances (CSA) program, you must:
The applicant must have a CSA business number.
Non-governmental agencies must have provincial or territorial authorization for child care, custody, and protection.
Agencies authorized by an Indigenous governing body must have legislative authority for child care, custody, and protection.
Who can I contact for more information about the Children's special allowances (CSA)?
You can contact Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) or by phone at 1-877-418-7714.
Where is the Children's special allowances (CSA) available?
The Children's special allowances (CSA) program is available across Canada.
Is the Children's special allowances (CSA) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Children's special allowances (CSA) is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Children's special allowances (CSA)?
Children's special allowances (CSA) is funded by Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)