CANADA PENSION PLAN (CPP) RATES

CPP CONTRIBUTION RATES, MAXIMUMS AND EXEMPTIONS

Use this page to quickly find current and historical Canada Pension Plan (CPP) contribution rates, maximum pensionable earnings and basic exemptions for employees, employers and self‑employed individuals in Canada.

Current CPP contribution rates

For the most recent year, see our detailed breakdown of:

• Year’s Maximum Pensionable Earnings (YMPE)

• Year’s Additional Maximum Pensionable Earnings (YAMPE), where applicable

• CPP and CPP2 contribution rates for employees and employers

• Maximum annual CPP and CPP2 contributions

👉 Visit: 2026 Canada Pension Plan (CPP) Maximum Pensionable Earnings for full 2026 CPP and CPP2 contribution details.

Historical CPP rates and maximums

Browse year‑by‑year CPP rates, maximum pensionable earnings and contribution limits:

• 2026 CPP Rates

• 2025 CPP Rates

• 2024 CPP Rates

• 2023 CPP Rates

• 2022 CPP Rates

• 2021 CPP Rates

• 2020 CPP Rates

• 2019 CPP Rates

• 2018 CPP Rates

• 2017 CPP Rates

• 2016 & 2015 CPP Rates

• 2014 CPP Rates

• 2013 CPP Rates

• 2012 CPP Rates

How this CPP rates page helps

• Keeps all CPP contribution rates and maximum pensionable earnings in one place for quick reference when running payroll or planning contributions.​

• Links directly to detailed annual posts so you can see the exact CPP and CPP2 calculations, examples and tables for each year

This page is for general educational purposes only and does not constitute tax or legal advice. For guidance specific to your situation, please contact your professional advisor.