Canada CPP & EI Payroll Deductions Calculator
Compute mandatory Canadian social security payroll withholdings: base CPP (5.95%), CPP2 enhancement tier (4%), Employment Insurance (EI 1.66%), and employer 1.4x matching remittances across all pay schedules.
⚙️ Employee Wage & Payroll Setup
Gross salary prior to CRA deductions.
📋 Remittance Voucher
CRA Receiver General🏛️ Annual Statutory Remittance Schedule
| Deduction Item | Statutory Rate | Employee Share | Employer Share | Combined Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPP / QPP Base Tier | 5.95% (QC: 6.40%) | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
| CPP2 / QPP2 Second Tier | 4.0% ($68.5k–$73.2k) | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
| Employment Insurance (EI) | 1.66% / 1.4x match (QC: 1.32%) | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
| Total Annual Remittance | Statutory Combined | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 | $ 0.00 |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions: CPP and EI Contributions
What is the basic yearly exemption for CPP? ▼
The first $3,500 of annual employment earnings is completely exempt from Canada Pension Plan contributions. CPP is calculated only on pensionable earnings exceeding $3,500 up to the Year's Maximum Pensionable Earnings (YMPE).
Why is the employer EI premium 1.4 times the employee rate? ▼
Under Section 68 of the Employment Insurance Act, employers are mandated to pay 1.4 times the employee's premium to fund national unemployment and special parental/sickness benefits. Some employers who provide qualified short-term disability plans can apply for a reduced EI rate.
Do self-employed individuals pay both employee and employer portions? ▼
Yes. Self-employed Canadians must pay both the employee and employer shares of CPP, totaling 11.9% on net business income up to the YMPE, plus 8.0% for CPP2. Self-employed individuals are not required to pay EI unless they voluntarily opt into the EI special benefits program.
Are employees over age 65 required to contribute to CPP? ▼
Employees aged 65 to 70 who are working and receiving a CPP retirement pension can elect to stop contributing to CPP by completing Form CPT30. Once an employee turns 70, CPP contributions automatically cease.
How are statutory remittances submitted to the CRA? ▼
Employers remit statutory payroll withholdings (income tax, CPP, and EI) electronically through CRA My Business Account, online corporate banking, or pre-authorized debit by their prescribed remittance schedule (regular, accelerated, or quarterly).
📊 Canada Statutory CRA & Provincial Deductions Matrix
| Statutory Component / Legal Deduction Item | Calculated Amount (CAD) |
|---|---|
| Primary Net / Statutory Payable Amount | $0.00 CAD |
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