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CPP payment dates in 2026, and more to know about the Canada Pension Plan

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In Canada, most retirement plans include the Canada Pension Plan (CPP). Whether retirement is just around the corner or still years away, CPP is likely to form part of your retirement income. How much you receive depends on factors such as your earnings history, contributions, and when you start collecting benefits.

This guide answers common questions about CPP, including when to apply, when payments are issued, and how CPP income is taxed.

About the Canada Pension Plan (CPP)

CPP is a retirement pension that offers replacement income once a person retires from working life. The CPP is a social insurance plan, and it’s one “pillar” of the retirement income system for Canadians—the other three are Old Age Security (OAS), the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) and personal savings. The CPP is funded by contributions from workers, employers and self-employed individuals. It’s not paid for by the government, despite what many Canadians may think.

A federally administered program, the CPP is mandatory, meaning that all Canadian workers and employers must contribute…

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