Record #:
MET0135
Last Full Update:
29 Nov 2024
Contact Information
| Office Phone | 1-800-277-9914 |
| TTY Phone | 1-800-255-4786 |
| Website | www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/publicpensions/cpp.html |
Agency Information
| Legal Status | (40) Federal Government |
Description and Service Details
| Description (Service) | Monthly retirement pension, beginning as early as 60 years or as late as 70 years
Post-Retirement Benefit -- for workers 60-70 years who continue to contribute to CPP while receiving a CPP pension
Survivor benefits -- monthly pension for surviving spouse or common law partner
Amount of benefits payable is in proportion to contributions
Social Security Tribunal, 1-877-227-8577 -- independent appeal process for Canada Pension Plan decisions, see separate entry |
| Hours | Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm to speak to an agent Recorded information Mon-Sun 24 hours |
| Areas Served | Ontario |
| Eligibility | Contributors to the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) Canada has reciprocal social security agreements with many countries, which may allow people who have lived or worked in another country to qualify for a foreign pension |
| Application | Apply 6 months before you want your pension to start (not automatic)
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| Languages | English, French |
| Fees | None |
Site Information
| Located In Community | Toronto |
| Address & Map | |
| Mailing Address | c/o Service Canada, Stn D; PO Box 5100 Toronto, ON Canada M1R 5C8 |
| Physical Access | Not Applicable |
Categories and Classification
| HCSD Main Heading | Income Programs ; Older Adults |
| HCSD Sub Heading | Income Programs for Older Adults ; Income Support Programs for Older Adults ; Social Assistance |
| Service Categories | Canada Pension Plan ; Canada Pension Plan Disability Benefit ; Canada Pension Plan Survivors Benefit ; Internet Information Resources ~ Canadian Retirement Issues |
