Description

The Newfoundland and Labrador Child Benefit (NLCB) is a provincial tax credit designed to provide financial aid to low-income families raising children.

Note: NCLB payments are not considered taxable income and do not affect your Income Support entitlements.

Benefit Amount

If your net family income is below $17,397, you will receive the full benefit; however, there will be a reduced amount if your family income is between $17,397 & $28,500. This amount is based on your family income from the previous year. Payments run from July to June and are issued by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).

Eligibility Criteria

You must have a dependent child and meet the income threshold.

Application Process

Automatic based on income tax.