AISH and Income Support payment dates

Canada Post service disruption

The Canada Post service disruption will affect all mail delivery. The Government of Alberta has a plan in place to ensure benefit cheques are distributed on time, including for Assured Income for Severely Handicapped (AISH), Income Support, Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD), Office of Public Guardian and Trustee (OPGT), and Alberta Seniors Benefit (ASB) recipients.

To avoid any future payment delays, Albertans receiving benefits via cheque are encouraged to contact Alberta Supports to arrange for direct deposit.

Overview

The monthly payment for Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH) and Income Support (IS) occurs 4 business days before the first of the month. Benefits issued by direct deposit are deposited 4 business days before the first of the month. Benefits issued by cheque are mailed 6 business days before the first of the month.

Table 1. Monthly payment schedule for 2025

Sign up for direct deposit

• Plan ahead and adjust the timing of your monthly bill payments, if needed.
• Paper cheques are subject to standard delivery times by mail.
• Sign up for direct deposit to get your benefits faster than by mail, or talk to your caseworker for assistance.

Contact

Call your caseworker or the Alberta Supports Contact Centre at 1-877-644-9992 (toll free in Alberta).

Related

• Advocate for Persons with Disabilities
• Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH)