🍁 Canada Gig Worker Tax Calculator 2026

Self-employed? You're paying double CPP. Find out exactly how much — and what deductions recover it.

$3,100
The average self-employed Canadian overpays in CPP vs salaried workers at the same income.
Enter your income below to see YOUR exact number.
⚠️ Did you know?
On $55,000 income, a freelancer pays ~$6,200 in CPP.
A salaried employee at the same income pays ~$3,100.
That's $3,100 you could recover with the right deductions.

💼 Your Income Details

CPP overpayment vs salaried worker at same income
This is recoverable through deductions and business structure.

✅ 12 Deductions You May Be Missing

💡 Estimated recovery: with proper deductions.
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⚠️ Estimates based on 2026 CRA rates. Not professional tax advice. Updated: 2026-04-28
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Legal basis: CRA Guide T4002 - Self-employed Business & GST/HST Rules (2026).

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