Does CCB affect social assistance?

[YousifBreesam]

Hello,

My mother has been receiving social assistance (welfare), and JUST recently, she started receiving Canada Child Benefit (CCB), will that affect the amount she usually receives from assistance? Or CCB has no affect?

 

[Investocrat]

Hello,

My mother has been receiving social assistance (welfare), and JUST recently, she started receiving Canada Child Benefit (CCB), will that affect the amount she usually receives from assistance? Or CCB has no affect?

It shouldn't since CCB payments qualify as non-taxable income.

See:

https://www.savvynewcanadians.com/s...child-benefit-by-making-an-rrsp-contribution/

 

[jassonhookfu]

Hello YousifBreesam!
The Canada Child Benefit (CCB) usually doesn't affect social assistance because it's considered a separate benefit. However, it’s a good idea to check with your local welfare office, as each province may have different rules. They can give you the most accurate information for your situation.
Hope it would helpful for you
Thanks!