Net salary in Canada

Tax system in Canada

Canada has a federal-provincial tax system where both levels of government levy income tax. Federal rates range from 14% to 33% across five brackets (2026), with a basic personal amount of $16,452. Provincial rates vary significantly: Quebec (14-25.75%) and Nova Scotia (8.79-21%) are among the highest, while Alberta (10-15%) and the territories have the lowest rates. CPP contributions are 5.95% on pensionable earnings ($3,500-$71,300), with EI premiums at 1.64%. Quebec residents pay QPP (6.40%) instead of CPP and receive a 16.5% federal tax abatement. Select your province below to see the combined federal + provincial tax impact.