The Fall 2025 Climate Action Incentive Payment—now referred to as the Canada Carbon Rebate (CCR)—continues to help Canadian households offset rising costs linked to federal carbon pricing. The CRA distributes these quarterly payments to residents in designated provinces. If you’re wondering who qualifies and when the next deposit will be made, here’s everything you need to know about this Fall 2025 Canada Carbon Rebate.
What Is the Climate Action Incentive Payment?
The Canada Carbon Rebate is a tax-free quarterly payment made by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) to help Canadians manage the rising costs of pollution pricing. Formerly known as the Climate Action Incentive Payment, the program benefits households in provinces where the federal fuel charge is in effect.
Introduced to return the proceeds of the carbon tax to households, the rebate is automatic for eligible individuals who file their income tax return on time. No separate application is required for the Fall 2025 Climate Action Incentive Payment.
CRA Fall 2025 Climate Action Incentive Payment Schedule
The Fall 2025 Climate Action Incentive Payment will be deposited starting May 22, 2025, covering the last quarterly rebate of the 2024 tax year.
To receive your payment in May:
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You must file your 2024 income tax return electronically by May 2, 2025.
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If your return is submitted after that, the payment will be made after the CRA assesses your eligibility.
If you’ve opted for direct deposit, the rebate will be transferred directly to your bank account. Paper cheques may take longer.
Provinces Eligible for the Fall 2025 CCR Payment
As of 2025, the Canada Carbon Rebate is issued to residents living in the following provinces where the federal carbon pricing system applies:
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Alberta
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Manitoba
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New Brunswick
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Newfoundland and Labrador
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Nova Scotia
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Ontario
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Prince Edward Island
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Saskatchewan
You must be a Canadian resident for tax purposes and reside in one of the listed provinces at the beginning of the month in which the CRA issues the payment. The payment is made per adult and per child under 19, depending on your family composition.
Rural Supplement for Small Communities
The rural supplement adds an extra 20% to your Canada Carbon Rebate if you live in a small or rural community. To qualify, you must:
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Live outside a census metropolitan area (as defined by Statistics Canada).
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Check the rural supplement box when filing your federal income tax return.
This rural boost helps account for higher transportation and heating costs faced by non-urban families.
CCR Fall 2025 Payment Amounts by Family Type
Payment amounts vary by province and family situation. Here’s a breakdown of the estimated amounts for Alberta, as an example:
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$228 for a single adult
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$114 for a spouse or common-law partner
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$57 per child under 19
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$114 for the first child in a single-parent family
With the rural supplement, families in eligible rural areas may receive up to 20% more on top of the above figures.
Similar rates apply across other eligible provinces, but amounts can vary depending on the province’s carbon pricing.
Who Needs to Apply?
No application is needed to receive the Fall 2025 Climate Action Incentive Payment. As long as:
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You file your 2024 tax return by the May deadline
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You live in an eligible province
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You meet the basic eligibility criteria
…the CRA will issue the payment automatically. Families with children must ensure all children are registered and listed on the tax return correctly to qualify for full amounts.
Fall 2025 CCR Summary by Province
| Province | Base Amount (Individual) | Spouse/Partner | Per Child | Rural Supplement |
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| Alberta | $228 | $114 | $57 | Yes (20%) |
| Ontario | $140 | $70 | $35 | Yes (20%) |
| Saskatchewan | $170 | $85 | $42.50 | Yes (20%) |
| New Brunswick | $95 | $47.50 | $23.75 | Yes (20%) |
| Newfoundland & Labrador | $164 | $82 | $41 | Yes (20%) |
| Nova Scotia | $124 | $62 | $31 | Yes (20%) |
| PEI | $110 | $55 | $27.50 | Yes (20%) |
| Manitoba | $132 | $66 | $33 | Yes (20%) |
FAQs
How do I know if I’m eligible for the Fall 2025 Climate Action Incentive Payment?
You must live in an eligible province, be a Canadian resident for tax purposes, and file your 2024 tax return by the CRA’s deadline (May 2, 2025). No separate application is required.
What if I file my tax return late?
You can still receive the Fall 2025 Climate Action Incentive Payment, but it will be delayed until your return is assessed by the CRA.
How much will I receive for the CCR in Fall 2025?
Amounts vary by province and family structure. In Alberta, for example, a family of four may receive over $450 with the rural supplement included.
Do I need to apply separately for the rural supplement?
No, just check the appropriate box on your tax return to confirm your residence qualifies for the rural top-up.
When will the Fall 2025 Canada Carbon Rebate be paid?
The CRA will issue the Fall 2025 CCR payment starting May 22, 2025.
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