Some partners go above and beyond when it comes to romantic gestures, and in today’s proposal video, this groom absolutely delivered in the most spectacular way.
As he led her onto the rooftop venue, his bride-to-be was met with the biggest surprise. A breathtaking candlelit setup, filled with beautiful flowers and rose petals, waited for her. Even more shocking, family and friends were all gathered for their special moment, leaving her speechless. She was so excited! What makes this proposal so grand is that the groom went all out, lighting up the Dallas sky with drone lights that read “will you marry me?” He got on one knee, and she said yes! Then the lights transformed into “she said yes”, illuminating the whole sky for the world to witness their beautiful love story unfold. They ended the night with a vibrant dinner party, celebrating the first step into forever. The internet has been swooning over this great intentionality, the intimacy and sheer romance of it all, and honestly, we’ve also joined the bandwagon because it’s truly amazing to see.
<img src="https://www.mtlblog.com/media-library/a-pile-of-money.jpg?id=61439647&width=1245&height=700&coordinates=45%2C0%2C45%2C0"/><br/><br/><p>If you're raising kids in Quebec, the <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/canada-child-benefit" target="_blank">Canada Child Benefit (CCB)</a> is likely one of the most consistent forms of support you see each month. And with the August 2025 payment on the way, many parents are now receiving more money than before, thanks to the recently adjusted federal rates.</p><p>Whether you're new to the <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/tag/government-benefits" target="_blank">benefit</a> or just wondering how much is coming this time around, here's what to know about the August CCB payment, including the new rates, eligibility details, and when to expect your deposit.</p><h3>What is the Canada Child Benefit?</h3><br/><p>The CCB (or Allocation canadienne pour enfants, in French) is a monthly, non-taxable payment from the federal government meant to help with the costs of raising children under 18. That can include anything from school supplies to snacks to new clothes when they hit their next growth spurt.</p><p>To qualify, you need to:</p><ul><li>Live in Canada and be a tax resident</li><li>Live with and primarily care for a child under 18</li><li>Have filed your 2024 taxes (and your partner's, if applicable)</li></ul><p>In shared custody situations, the benefit is typically split evenly between both parents.</p><p><a href="https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/child-family-benefits/canada-child-benefit-overview/canada-child-benefit-we-calculate-your-ccb.html" target="_blank">More about CCB payments</a></p><h3>How much can parents get in August 2025?</h3><br/><p>If your income is on the lower end, you could qualify for the maximum monthly benefit, which is:</p><ul><li>$666.41 per child under 6</li><li>$562.33 per child aged 6 to 17</li></ul><p>These new indexed rates took effect in July 2025 and reflect increases tied to inflation — roughly $17 to $19 more per child compared to the previous rates.</p><p>If your adjusted family net income (AFNI) is above $37,487, you may still be eligible for partial payments. You can estimate your benefit using the <a href="https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/child-family-benefits/child-family-benefits-calculator.html" target="_blank">CRA's Child and Family Benefits Calculator</a>.</p><h3>When is the next payment?</h3><br/><p>The August 2025 CCB payment will be deposited on Tuesday, August 20.</p><p>If you've signed up for direct deposit, it should hit your account that day. If you're receiving a paper cheque, allow a few extra business days for delivery.</p><p>Here are the remaining 2025 payment dates:</p><ul> <li><strong><span>September 19</span></strong></li><li><strong><span>October 20</span></strong></li><li><strong><span>November 20</span></strong></li><li><strong><span>December 12</span></strong></li></ul><p><a href="https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/calendar.html" target="_blank">More about federal benefit payment dates</a></p><div><strong></strong></div><h3>How to apply for the CCB</h3><br/><p>Not getting the CCB yet? You can apply in a few ways:</p><ul><li>Through your CRA My Account online</li><li>When registering your child’s birth</li><li>By mailing in Form RC66 to the CRA</li></ul><p>Once enrolled, you don't need to reapply every year. Just file your taxes annually to keep receiving payments.</p><p>And a reminder: the Canada Child Benefit is 100% tax-free, so whatever lands in your account is yours to keep.</p><p><a href="https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/child-family-benefits/canada-child-benefit-overview/canada-child-benefit-apply.html" target="_blank">More about applying for the CCB</a></p><p><em>Love this? Check out our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/notices/" target="_blank">MTL Blog noticeboard</a> for details on jobs, benefits, travel info and more!</em></p><p><em>AI tools may have been used to support the creation or distribution of this content; however, it has been carefully edited and fact-checked by a member of MTL Blog's Editorial team. For more information on our use of AI, please visit our <a href="https://www.mtlblog.com/editorial-standards" target="_blank">Editorial Standards page</a>.</em></p>
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