Free Calculator · 2026 Tax Year
Canadian Payroll Tax Calculator
Enter a gross salary to instantly see net pay, CPP, EI, and income tax for any province — no signup needed.
Payroll Calculator
Net Pay
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per period
Total Deductions
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Employee QPP
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per period
Breakdown (per period)
| Item | Employee QPP | Employer QPP |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Pay | — | — |
| CPP / QPP Contribution | — | — |
| EI Premium (Federal) | — | — |
| RQAP Premium (Quebec) | — | — |
| Federal Income Tax | — | — |
| Provincial Income Tax | — | — |
| Net Pay | — | — |
See annualised numbers
Estimate based only on this calculation: gross per period x pay frequency.
| Annual gross | — |
|---|---|
| Annual CPP/QPP | — |
| Annual EI | — |
| Annual RQAP | — |
| Annual fed tax | — |
| Annual prov tax | — |
| Annual net pay | — |
| Federal Employer EI | — |
Note:
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Frequently asked questions
How is CPP calculated for 2026?
CPP is calculated on pensionable earnings between the basic exemption ($3,500) and the year's maximum pensionable earnings ($71,300). The 2026 employee rate is 5.95%, capped at $4,034.10. A second tier (CPP2) applies between $71,300 and $73,200 at 4%, adding up to $76 for employees.
What is the EI rate for 2026?
The 2026 EI employee premium rate is 1.66% on insurable earnings up to $65,700 (max $1,090.62/year). Quebec residents pay 1.31% because QPIP covers some benefits separately. Employers pay 1.4× the employee premium.
Why is Ontario different from Quebec for tax?
Quebec has a 16.5% federal abatement on federal income tax because Quebec funds its own social programs. Quebec employees also pay QPIP instead of EI for parental benefits. This calculator handles both correctly.
Is this calculator accurate for payroll remittances?
This calculator provides a close estimate using the CRA T4032 formula. It uses Code 1 (basic personal amount only) for both federal and provincial claims. For employees with additional credits, deductions, or commission income, results may differ slightly. Always use certified payroll software for remittances.