💡 Quick Note
These calculations are estimates based on 2026 Canadian tax rates and should be used for planning purposes. Your actual tax amount may vary based on your specific situation, additional deductions, credits, or provincial variations. For official tax filing, we recommend consulting with a tax professional or the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).
Income that is not subject to federal income tax (e.g., municipal bond interest, certain benefits)
Eligible for Canada Child Benefit and tax credits
Add RRSP Contributions (Optional)
OptionalClick to add RRSP contributions and reduce your taxable income. Maximum: 18% of income or $31,560
CPP & EI Year-to-Date Tracker
Have you already hit your CPP/EI limits this year? Once you reach the annual maximum, contributions stop for the rest of the year.
Pre-Tax Benefits & Allowances
Enter annual amounts for employer benefits and spending accounts that reduce your taxable income and net pay.
Automatically applied to reduce your tax payable (Federal: $15,705 + Provincial BPA tax credits)
Canada Salary Tax Calculator - Calculate Your Take-Home Pay
Our free Canada salary tax calculator helps you determine exactly how much you'll take home from your annual salary. Whether you're earning $40,000 or $200,000, this calculator accounts for all federal taxes, provincial taxes, CPP contributions, EI premiums, Basic Personal Amount (BPA), and RRSP contributions to give you an accurate estimate of your net pay.
Simply enter your annual salary, province, and RRSP contributions, and our Canada salary calculator will instantly show you:
- Your gross annual salary
- RRSP contributions (reduces taxable income, up to 18% of income or $31,560)
- Federal income tax (based on 2026 tax brackets, after RRSP deductions)
- Provincial tax (varies by province, after RRSP deductions)
- Basic Personal Amount (BPA) tax credits (automatically applied)
- CPP contributions (5.95% on earnings between $3,500 and $68,500)
- EI premiums (1.66% on earnings up to $63,200)
- Your net annual take-home pay
- Monthly and bi-weekly paycheck amounts
Canada Hourly Wage Calculator - Convert Hourly Rate to Salary
Use our Canada hourly calculator to convert your hourly wage to an annual salary and calculate your take-home pay. Perfect for hourly workers, freelancers, and contractors who want to understand their annual tax burden and net income in Canada.
Our Canada hourly wage calculator allows you to:
- Enter your hourly rate and hours worked per week
- Calculate overtime pay (1.5x or custom multiplier)
- See your gross annual income
- Calculate all taxes and deductions (federal, provincial, CPP, EI)
- View your net hourly rate after taxes
- Compare different hourly rates and work schedules
For example, if you earn $30/hour and work 40 hours per week in Ontario, your gross annual income would be $62,400. After federal tax, Ontario provincial tax, CPP, and EI, your take-home pay would be approximately $46,000-$48,000, depending on your filing status and deductions.
Canada Paycheck Calculator - Calculate Your Bi-Weekly or Monthly Pay
Our Canada paycheck calculator shows you exactly what will be deducted from each paycheck. Whether you're paid weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly, or monthly, this calculator breaks down all deductions so you know exactly how much you'll receive.
The Canada paycheck calculator accounts for:
- RRSP contributions (reduces taxable income before tax calculation)
- Federal income tax withholding (after RRSP deductions and BPA credits)
- Provincial tax withholding (varies by province, after RRSP deductions and BPA credits)
- Basic Personal Amount (BPA) tax credits (automatically applied - Federal: $15,705, Provincial varies)
- CPP contributions (5.95% of gross pay, up to annual limit of $3,867.50)
- EI premiums (1.66% of gross pay, up to annual limit of $1,049.12)
Simply enter your pay frequency, gross pay amount, and RRSP contributions, and our Canada paycheck calculator will show you the exact breakdown of each deduction and your net pay per paycheck.
- • 15% - Up to $55,867
- • 20.5% - $55,868 to $111,733
- • 26% - $111,734 to $173,205
- • 29% - $173,206 to $246,752
- • 33% - Over $246,752
Provincial taxes are calculated separately and added to federal tax.
- CPP Rate: 5.95% on earnings between $3,500 and $68,500
- CPP Maximum: $3,867.50 per year
- EI Rate: 1.66% on earnings up to $63,200
- EI Maximum: $1,049.12 per year
- Federal BPA: $15,705 (15% credit = $2,355.75)
- Provincial BPA: Varies by province (10-14% credit rate)
- Examples: Ontario: $11,865, Alberta: $21,385, Quebec: $18,056
- The Basic Personal Amount provides tax credits that reduce your tax payable. Automatically applied in our calculator.
Calculate Your Canada Salary, Hourly Wage, and Paycheck
Enter your annual salary to see your take-home pay after federal taxes, provincial taxes, CPP, and EI. Perfect for salaried employees who want to understand their net income in Canada.
Enter your hourly rate and hours per week to calculate your annual salary and take-home pay. Includes overtime calculations and shows your net hourly rate after all taxes and deductions.
See exactly what's deducted from each paycheck. Works for weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly, or monthly pay periods. Shows all tax withholdings and your net pay per paycheck.
Tax Calculators for All Canadian Provinces & Territories
Get detailed tax calculations optimized for your province with dedicated calculator pages
Understanding CPP, EI, RRSP, TFSA, and Canadian Tax Deductions
Learn about common Canadian payroll deductions, tax-advantaged accounts, and how they affect your take-home pay
CPP is a mandatory pension plan that provides retirement, disability, and survivor benefits. All employees in Canada (except Quebec, which has QPP) must contribute.
- • Rate: 5.95% of earnings between $3,500 and $68,500
- • Maximum contribution: $3,867.50 per year (2026)
- • Exemption: First $3,500 of earnings exempt
- • Self-employed: Pay both employee and employer portions (11.9%)
- • Quebec: Uses QPP (Quebec Pension Plan) instead
CPP contributions are mandatory and deducted from every paycheck. Our calculator automatically calculates CPP based on your income.
EI provides temporary income support to unemployed workers while they look for work or upgrade their skills. It's a mandatory deduction for most employees.
- • Rate: 1.66% of earnings up to $63,200
- • Maximum premium: $1,049.12 per year (2026)
- • Insurable earnings: Up to $63,200 annually
- • Benefits: Up to 55% of average insurable weekly earnings
- • Self-employed: Can opt-in voluntarily
EI premiums are deducted from your paycheck automatically. Once you reach the maximum, no further EI is deducted for the year.
RRSP is a tax-advantaged retirement savings account. Contributions reduce your taxable income, providing immediate tax savings.
- • Contribution limit: 18% of previous year's income or $31,560 (2026), whichever is less
- • Pre-tax contributions: Reduce taxable income
- • Tax-deferred growth: Investments grow tax-free until withdrawal
- • Tax on withdrawal: Taxed as income when withdrawn in retirement
- • Home Buyers' Plan: Can withdraw up to $35,000 tax-free for first home
RRSP contributions are deducted from your income before taxes are calculated, lowering both federal and provincial taxes. Our calculator shows the tax savings.
TFSA is a tax-advantaged savings account where contributions are made with after-tax dollars, but all growth and withdrawals are tax-free.
- • Contribution limit: $7,000 per year (2026)
- • Post-tax contributions: No immediate tax deduction
- • Tax-free growth: All investment gains are tax-free
- • Tax-free withdrawals: No tax on withdrawals at any time
- • Unused room: Contribution room carries forward
Unlike RRSP, TFSA contributions don't reduce your taxable income, but all withdrawals are completely tax-free. Perfect for short and long-term savings.
BPA is a non-refundable tax credit that reduces your tax payable. Every Canadian taxpayer is entitled to the Basic Personal Amount.
- • Federal BPA: $15,705 (2026)
- • Federal credit: $2,355.75 (15% of BPA)
- • Provincial BPA: Varies by province
- • Examples: Ontario: $11,865, Alberta: $21,385, Quebec: $18,056
- • Automatic: Applied automatically in tax calculations
The BPA provides tax credits that reduce your tax payable. Our calculator automatically applies both federal and provincial BPA credits.
Pre-tax deductions are taken from your paycheck before taxes are calculated, reducing your taxable income and saving you money on taxes.
- • RRSP contributions: Up to 18% of income or $31,560
- • Group insurance: Health, dental, disability premiums
- • Pension contributions: Employer-sponsored pension plans
- • Union dues: If applicable
- • Professional fees: Some professional association fees
Pre-tax deductions lower your taxable income, which reduces federal tax, provincial tax, CPP, and EI, resulting in higher take-home pay.
Automatically calculates CPP (5.95% on earnings between $3,500-$68,500) and EI (1.66% on earnings up to $63,200) based on your income level and stops at maximum limits.
When you enter RRSP contributions, our calculator reduces your taxable income before calculating federal and provincial taxes, showing you the tax savings and increased take-home pay.
Automatically applies federal BPA ($15,705) and provincial BPA (varies by province) tax credits to reduce your tax payable, ensuring accurate take-home pay calculations.
Basic Personal Amount (BPA): 2025 vs 2026
| Province/Territory | 2025 Federal BPA | 2026 Federal BPA | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal (All Provinces) | $15,705 | $16,452 | +$747 |
| Ontario | $11,865 | $12,250 | +$385 |
| British Columbia | $12,580 | $13,000 | +$420 |
| Alberta | $21,385 | $22,100 | +$715 |
| Quebec | $18,056 | $18,650 | +$594 |
Federal Tax Brackets: 2025 vs 2026
| Tax Rate | 2025 Income Range | 2026 Income Range | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15% → 14% | $0 - $57,375 (2025 rate: 15%) | $0 - $58,523 (2026 rate: 14%) | -1% rate +$1,148 |
| 20.5% | $57,376 - $114,750 | $58,524 - $117,045 | +$2,295 |
| 26% | $114,751 - $177,882 | $117,046 - $181,440 | +$3,558 |
| 29% | $177,883 - $253,414 | $181,441 - $258,482 | +$5,068 |
| 33% | Over $253,414 | Over $258,482 | +$5,068 |
CPP & EI Contributions: 2025 vs 2026
| Contribution Type | 2025 Rate | 2026 Rate | 2025 Maximum | 2026 Maximum |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPP (Employee) | 5.95% | 5.95% | $4,038.85 YMPE: $71,300 | $4,230.45 YMPE: $74,600 |
| CPP (Self-Employed) | 11.9% | 11.9% | $8,077.70 YMPE: $71,300 | $8,460.90 YMPE: $74,600 |
| EI (Employee) | 1.64% | 1.63% | $1,077.48 Max: $65,700 | $1,123.07 Max: $68,900 |
| EI (Self-Employed) | 1.32% | 1.32% | $867.24 Max: $65,700 | $909.48 Max: $68,900 |
2025 CPP YMPE (Year's Maximum Pensionable Earnings): $71,300 (5.95% on pensionable income after $3,500 exemption, max contribution $4,038.85)
2026 CPP YMPE: $74,600 (5.95% on pensionable income after $3,500 exemption, max contribution $4,230.45)
2025 EI Maximum Insurable Earnings: $65,700 (1.64% × $65,700 = $1,077.48 maximum)
2026 EI Maximum Insurable Earnings: $68,900 (1.63% × $68,900 = $1,123.07 maximum)
RRSP Contribution Limits: 2025 vs 2026
| RRSP Limit Type | 2025 Limit | 2026 Limit | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Contribution Limit | $31,560 | $35,390 | +$3,830 |
| Percentage of Income | 18% | 18% | No change |
| Maximum Pensionable Earnings | $175,333 | $180,500 | +$5,167 |
Provincial Tax Highlights: 2025 vs 2026
| Province | 2025 Lowest Rate | 2025 Highest Rate | 2026 Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario | 5.05% | 13.16% | Rates unchanged, brackets indexed |
| British Columbia | 5.06% | 20.5% | Rates unchanged, brackets indexed |
| Alberta | 10% | 15% | Flat rate structure, brackets indexed |
| Quebec | 14% | 25.75% | Rates unchanged, brackets indexed |
| Nova Scotia | 8.79% | 21% | Rates unchanged, brackets indexed |
Canada Tax Authority Resources
Tax Year Information
All calculations are based on 2026 tax brackets, rates, and rules as published by official tax authorities. Tax brackets are adjusted annually for inflation. We update our calculators regularly to reflect the latest tax law changes.