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CPP and OAS Payment Dates and Increases for 2026: What You Need to Know
If you rely on the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) or Old Age Security (OAS) to pay your bills, you need to know exactly when your money arrives and how much it will be. The next round of payments is coming soon, and there are specific increases you can expect.
Here is the breakdown of the 2026 payment schedule and the changes to your monthly income.
Key Impact: What This Means for Your Wallet
Your next CPP and OAS payments are scheduled for June 26, 2026. You will see a small increase in your OAS payment starting in July 2026. Your CPP payment already went up in January 2026.
These increases are tied to the Consumer Price Index (CPI), which measures inflation. The goal is to help your benefits keep up with the rising cost of living. Importantly, your benefits will not decrease if the cost of living drops, giving you some financial stability.
The Numbers: How Much More You Will Get
Here are the specific amounts and dates you need to know.
CPP (Canada Pension Plan)
- Increase: 2% (effective January 2026).
- Maximum Monthly Payment (Age 65): $1,507.65 for new beneficiaries.
- Next Payment Date: June 26, 2026.
OAS (Old Age Security)
- Increase in April 2026: 0.1% (already applied).
- Increase in July 2026: 1.2% (coming next month).
- Maximum Monthly OAS (April to June 2026):
- Ages 65 to 74: $743.05
- Ages 75 and over: $817.36
- Next Payment Date: June 26, 2026.
Who Is Affected
This news directly affects you if you are:
- A Canadian senior currently receiving CPP or OAS benefits.
- A retiree who relies on these payments as a key source of monthly income.
- A person planning for retirement who wants to estimate their future benefits.
- A caregiver or family member who helps manage a senior's finances.
What You Should Do
Follow these simple steps to stay on top of your benefits.
- Mark Your Calendar: Write down June 26, 2026 as the next payment date. Future payments will follow the standard monthly schedule.
- Check Your Bank Account: Log in to your online banking on the payment date to confirm the deposit has arrived.
- Use the Online Estimator: Visit the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) website and use the My Service Canada Account tool. This will calculate your exact payment amounts based on your personal contribution history.
- Review Your Budget: Update your monthly budget to reflect the 2% CPP increase (already in effect) and the 1.2% OAS increase coming in July.
- Check for Other Benefits: The article also notes other benefit payment dates for June, including the Ontario Trillium Benefit, Canada Child Benefit, and Ontario Disability Support Program. If you receive multiple benefits, check your CRA account for a full schedule.
Bottom Line
Your CPP and OAS payments are increasing in 2026 to help with the cost of living. The next payment arrives on June 26. Your OAS will go up by 1.2% in July, and your CPP already increased by 2% in January. Check your bank account on the payment date and use the CRA online estimator to see your exact amounts. This is good news for your financial stability, as these benefits will not drop if inflation falls.