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Child care benefit calculator

Enter average monthly earnings and the minimum and maximum benefit amounts in effect this year. The calculator applies the 40%-of-earnings formula and caps it within the limits.

Set by law and re-indexed yearly — use the current figure
Tied to the insurance-contribution cap, also changes yearly — use the current figure

Result

Benefit due

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40% of earnings —

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This calculation is for informational purposes only and does not replace advice from a qualified professional. Formulas and rates may not fit your exact situation — double-check the figures before making decisions.

How it is calculated

40% of earnings = average monthly earnings × 0.4. This is the base formula for the under-1.5 child care benefit.

Benefit due = that result, floored at the minimum and capped at the maximum: if 40% of earnings is below the minimum, the minimum is paid; if it's above the maximum, the maximum is paid.

Both the minimum and maximum are re-indexed yearly and tied to the insurance-contribution cap — enter the figures current as of your calculation rather than relying on the default field values.

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