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The Canada Pension Plan (CPP) is a contributory, earnings-related social insurance program that provides retirement, disability, and survivor benefits to eligible contributors. All working Canadians aged 18-70 who earn more than a minimum amount must contribute to CPP.
The calculator uses the CPP contribution formula:
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Explanation: The calculation multiplies your eligible earnings by the current CPP contribution rate to determine your contribution amount.
Details: Accurate CPP calculation helps individuals and employers understand their contribution obligations, plan for retirement income, and ensure compliance with Canadian pension regulations.
Tips: Enter your employment earnings subject to CPP and the current contribution rate as a decimal (e.g., 0.0595 for 5.95%). Both values must be positive numbers.
Q1: What is the 2024 CPP contribution rate?
A: The 2024 CPP contribution rate is 5.95% for employees and self-employed individuals (11.9% for self-employed as they pay both employee and employer portions).
Q2: Is there a maximum CPP contribution?
A: Yes, there's a yearly maximum pensionable earnings amount. For 2024, the maximum is $68,500, with a maximum contribution of $3,867.50 for employees.
Q3: Are all earnings subject to CPP?
A: No, only earnings between the basic exemption amount ($3,500) and the maximum pensionable earnings are subject to CPP contributions.
Q4: Who is exempt from CPP contributions?
A: Individuals over 70, certain religious groups, and those receiving CPP disability benefits may be exempt from contributions.
Q5: How does CPP differ for self-employed individuals?
A: Self-employed individuals pay both the employee and employer portions, resulting in double the contribution rate of employees.