6 CRA Benefits Coming in May 2025 for Manitoba Residents: Payment Dates, Amounts, and Eligibility You Need to Know

With inflation continuing to impact household budgets across Manitoba, CRA-administered benefit payments remain an essential source of support for families, workers, and low-income individuals. If you’re a resident of Manitoba, it’s important to know what’s coming in May 2025, who qualifies, and how much you could receive.

Here’s a full breakdown of the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) payments arriving this month, including eligibility, amounts, and payment dates.

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1. Canada Child Benefit (CCB)

Payment Date: May 20, 2025
Eligibility:

• You must live with a child under age 18.
• You must be the primary caregiver.
• You and your spouse/common-law partner must file tax returns.

Maximum Annual Amounts (2024–2025 cycle):

• $7,787 per child under age 6 (approximately $648/month)
• $6,570 per child aged 6–17 (approximately $547/month)

Amounts are tax-free and based on your 2023 net family income.

2. Old Age Security (OAS)

Payment Date: May 29, 2025
Eligibility:

• Age 65 or older
• Must be a legal resident or citizen of Canada with at least 10 years of residency

Monthly Amount (2025):

• Ages 65–74: up to $713.34
• Ages 75 and older: up to $784.67

Your actual payment may vary based on income.

3. Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS)

Payment Date: May 29, 2025
Eligibility:

• Must receive OAS
• Annual income below approximately $21,624 (single) or $28,560 (couple)

Maximum Monthly Payment:

• Single senior: up to $1,065.47
• Married/common-law (both receive OAS): up to $641.35 each

4. Canada Pension Plan (CPP)

Payment Date: May 29, 2025
Eligibility:

• Must have worked in Canada and contributed to CPP
• You can apply as early as age 60

Average Monthly Payment (retirement):

• Around $758.32 (2025)
  Maximum: up to $1,364.60

5. GST/HST Credit (Quarterly)

Next Payment: July 5, 2025 (not issued in May)
Eligibility:

• Age 19 or older
• Must meet income threshold (varies by family size)

Maximum Annual Amounts (2024–25):

• Single: up to $519
• Married/common-law: up to $680
• Each child: up to $179

6. Manitoba Child Benefit (MCB)

Payment Date: Typically same day as CCB (May 20, 2025)
Eligibility:

• Low-income families with children
• Not receiving full CCB amounts

Monthly Amount: Varies, generally up to $35 per month per child

Key Reminders for Manitoba Residents

• File your 2024 taxes: CRA benefits are based on your most recent tax return.
• Direct deposit is fastest: Set up via your CRA My Account.
• Update your address and banking information to avoid delays.
• Payments may vary based on marital status, income level, and family size.