A new month is almost here, and for Quebec residents, that means fresh government payments for March are on the way.
If you’re looking to stretch your budget or get ahead of upcoming expenses, federal and provincial benefits from organizations like the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), Service Canada, Retraite Québec and Revenu Québec could offer some much-needed relief. From family support to retirement income, these payments are designed to help ease the financial load.
In March, eligible residents across Quebec can expect a variety of payments, including monthly federal programs like the Canada Child Benefit and Old Age Security, as well as provincial perks like the Solidarity Tax Credit and Family Allowance.
Here’s your complete guide to the government payments available this March 2025 — including who qualifies, how much you could receive and when the benefits are scheduled to arrive.
Family Allowance
Quebec’s Family Allowance is a provincial benefit designed to help families with the costs of raising children under 18. While the default schedule pays this benefit quarterly — in January, April, July and October — there’s also an option for monthly payments if that works better for your budget.
New parents in Quebec are typically enrolled automatically, but if you’ve adopted a child or recently moved to the province, you may need to apply manually.
How much you can get: The exact payment you’ll receive depends on several factors, including how many children you have, your household income, custody arrangements and whether you’re in a single- or two-parent household. It also depends on whether you’ve chosen monthly or quarterly payments. For 2025, the annual amounts break down as follows:
- A minimum of $1,196 per child, plus an additional $421 for single-parent households
- A maximum of $3,006 per child, with $1,055 more for single-parent families
There’s also extra financial support available if you’re raising a child with a disability.
Next payment date: March 3, 2025 (monthly cadence)
More about the Family Allowance
Solidarity Tax Credit
The Solidarity Tax Credit offers financial relief to low- and middle-income individuals and families in Quebec, helping to ease the burden of housing costs, Quebec sales tax (QST) and the higher living expenses faced by those living in northern villages.
Eligibility and payment amounts for the current payment year are based on your family income and situation as of December 31, 2023. The maximum income thresholds are currently $61,500 for singles and $67,067 for couples, with an extra $2,517 added for every dependent child.
How much you can get: This credit combines three elements — housing, QST and northern village assistance — to determine your total payment. You can estimate how much you’re entitled to by using Revenu Québec’s Solidarity Tax Credit Payments Estimator.
The frequency of your payments depends on the amount you qualify for:
- If your total annual credit is $240 or less, you’ll receive a single lump-sum payment in July.
- If it’s between $241 and $799, your payments will be split into four instalments — issued in July, October, January and April.
- For credits of $800 or more, payments are made monthly.
Next payment date: March 5, 2025 (monthly cadence)
More about the Solidarity Tax Credit
Shelter Allowance
Quebec’s Shelter Allowance Program offers monthly financial support to low-income individuals and families who are spending a large share of their income on housing. This benefit is available to tenants, homeowners and boarders alike. The amount you receive depends on factors such as your household income, family situation, living arrangements and how much of your income goes toward housing costs.
How much you can get: Between October 1, 2024, and September 30, 2025, eligible applicants can receive up to $170 each month. If you apply during this period, your first payment will include retroactive amounts from October 1, 2024, to cover any support you would have received if you had applied earlier. Payment frequency is determined by the total amount you’re eligible for.
Next payment date: Within the first five days of March 2025 (monthly cadence)
More about the Shelter Allowance
Public sector pension plans (RREGOP, RRPE, etc.)
Retired public sector workers in Quebec who contributed to plans such as the RREGOP or RRPE receive guaranteed monthly pension payments for life. These payments are usually deposited on the 15th of each month, or on the nearest business day if the 15th falls on a weekend or holiday. If you’re still receiving your pension by cheque, expect it to be mailed at least 48 hours before the scheduled payment date to ensure timely delivery.
Next payment date: March 14, 2025
Canada Child Benefit
The Canada Child Benefit (CCB) is a tax-free monthly payment from the Canada Revenue Agency designed to help families manage the costs of raising children.
To qualify, you must live with a child under 18 and be their primary caregiver. You also need to be a Canadian resident for tax purposes, and either you or your spouse must meet specific residency conditions, such as being a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or another eligible status.
How much you can get: The amount you receive depends on factors like your family’s income, the number of children you have and their ages. For the current payment cycle, families with a 2023 adjusted net income below $36,502 can receive the maximum amounts:
- $648.91 per month for each child under 6
- $547.50 per month for children aged 6 to 17
Payments are gradually reduced as your income increases. If your child qualifies for the Child Disability Benefit, that amount will be automatically included with your CCB payments.
Next payment date: March 20, 2025
More about the Canada Child Benefit
Old Age Security
The Old Age Security (OAS) pension from Service Canada provides monthly financial assistance to Canadians aged 65 and older, helping cover everyday living expenses. You can receive this benefit whether you’re retired, still working or have never been employed.
To be eligible, you must be at least 65 years old and have lived in Canada for at least 10 years after turning 18. If you’re living outside the country, you’ll need at least 20 years of Canadian residency to qualify. Most people are enrolled automatically, but if you don’t receive an enrolment letter from Service Canada within a month after your 64th birthday, you may need to apply on your own.
How much you can get: From January to March 2025, the maximum monthly OAS payment is:
- $727.67 for those aged 65 to 74
- $800.44 for those 75 and older
These amounts are reassessed quarterly and adjusted as needed for inflation, but there’s no increase for this quarter. Once you turn 75, your OAS payment automatically increases by 10% starting the month after your 75th birthday.
Next payment date: March 27, 2025
More about Old Age Security
Veteran Disability Pension
The Veteran Disability Pension is a monthly payment from Veterans Affairs Canada. It offers lifetime financial support to veterans who are living with a disability resulting from their military service. Eligible recipients include Canadian Armed Forces veterans, those who served in the Second World War or the Korean War and certain current or former members of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). In some cases, civilians who contributed to the war effort during the Second World War may also qualify.
To be eligible, you must have a diagnosed medical condition that can be directly linked to your service. This pension provides lifelong monthly payments, with additional financial support available for dependents.
How much you can get: Payment amounts are based on your disability level. Veterans with the highest disability rating (Class 1) can receive up to $3,444.59 monthly. Additional payments are also available for dependents like a spouse or children.
Next payment date: March 28, 2025
More about the Veteran Disability Pension
Quebec Pension Plan
The Quebec Pension Plan (QPP) is a provincial retirement pension administered by Retraite Québec that offers taxable monthly income to individuals who contributed to the program during their working years. Similar to the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) in the rest of the country, the QPP provides reliable financial support for life. If you’ve worked both in Quebec and in other provinces, your contributions to the QPP and CPP are combined to determine your total pension amount.
How much you can get: Your payment is based on several factors, including the age you start collecting benefits, how much you contributed over the years and your lifetime earnings.
In 2025, the maximum monthly payment for someone starting their QPP at age 65 is $1,433, but most recipients starting at that age receive an average of around $717 per month. If you decide to start earlier at age 60, the maximum drops to $917, while delaying until age 72 could increase your payments to as much as $2,276 per month.
Next payment date: March 31, 2025
More about the Quebec Pension Plan
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