Individuals who receive the Newfoundland and Labrador Child Benefit and the Early Childhood component of the Prenatal-Early Childhood Nutrition Supplement will see payments for these provincial benefits issued tomorrow, November 20, along with their federal Canada Child Benefit payment.
The Newfoundland and Labrador Child Benefit is a tax-free amount of up to approximately $150-$170 per month per child under 18 years of age, depending on family size and income, to help low-income families with the cost of raising children.
The Early Childhood component of the Prenatal-Early Childhood Nutrition Supplement is an additional benefit of $150 per month per child paid to eligible families with children under the age of five to help with the cost of nutritious food. After the child is born, this benefit is provided to low-income families by the Provincial Government in addition to the Newfoundland and Labrador Child Benefit. Both are included with the Federal Canada Child Benefit in a single monthly payment. Canada Post has agreed to deliver benefit cheques for the Canada child benefit and related provincial and territorial benefits for November 20, 2024.
The prenatal component, which helps with the cost of nutritious food during pregnancy, is delivered separately by the Provincial Government and is also issued this week. While pregnant, you can apply for the Prenatal-Early Childhood Nutrition Supplement by calling 1-800-508-4788 or filling out an online application at the link below. Once a child is born, both provincial benefits are automatically added to your Canada Child Benefit. If you receive this payment by cheque, the Department of Children Seniors and Social Development will contact you to make alternative arrangements for you to receive this benefit.
For more information, or to find our if you are eligible to receive either of these Government of Newfoundland and Labrador benefits, follow the links below:
Newfoundland and Labrador Child Benefit
Prenatal-Early Childhood Nutrition Supplement
For a list of payment dates, please click here.
In order to receive benefits, eligible individuals must ensure their annual income tax return is filed. If you need help filing a tax return and are in receipt of Income Support, please call a Client Services Officer at 1-877-729-7888. Any person in low income who needs help filing their Income Tax can go to http://canada.ca/taxes-help or call the Canada Revenue Agency at 1-800- 959-8281.
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