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RC66 — Canada Child Benefits Application

To apply for the Canada child benefit and related provincial or territorial programs.

The form is downloaded and submitted on the authority's website.

What this form is for

Apply for child benefits when you become primarily responsible for a child (birth, adoption, arrival in Canada, change of custody).

Documents to have ready

  • Proof of the child's birth, if requested
  • Depending on your situation: proof of status in Canada, proof of residence

Where to send it

Follow the filing instructions on the form or the official page: depending on the form, you give it to someone else (employer, medical practitioner), submit it online through My Account, or mail it.

Our tips

  • Always download the latest version from the official page: tax forms often change from year to year.
  • Keep a copy of everything you send, with the date you sent it.

Frequently asked questions

Are there other ways to apply?
Yes: online through My Account and, in some provinces, when you register the birth. The official page lists the options.

The information on this page is general. If in doubt, the official source prevails.