CPP for Self-Employed Canadians Explained (2026)
How CPP works for self-employed Canadians — 11.9% rate, YMPE $74,600, max contribution $8,460.90 in 2026, CPP2, tax deduction, and what you get in retirement.
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How to Calculate Net Income as Self-Employed in Canada
How to calculate net self-employment income on T2125 — gross revenue minus allowable expenses, CPP calculation, and what flows into your T1 return.
Meals and Travel Expenses for Self-Employed in Canada
CRA rules on deducting meals and travel expenses as a Canadian self-employed freelancer — the 50% meal rule, business travel deductions, and what the CRA expects.
Vehicle Expenses for Freelancers in Canada (2026 CRA Guide)
How Canadian freelancers claim vehicle expenses — the logbook requirement, business-use percentage, eligible costs, and where they go on T2125.
What Receipts to Keep for Self-Employed Taxes in Canada
Complete guide to which receipts Canadian freelancers must keep for CRA — by expense type, retention rules, digital storage, and what happens without documentation.
How to Keep Records for CRA as a Freelancer in Canada
CRA record-keeping requirements for Canadian freelancers — what to keep, how long to keep it, digital vs paper, and how to organize for tax time.
Common Tax Mistakes Self-Employed Newcomers Make in Canada
The most common tax mistakes self-employed newcomers make in Canada — GST/HST confusion, missed deadlines, CPP surprises, expense gaps, and how to avoid them.
How to Pay Tax Instalments in Canada as a Freelancer
When CRA requires quarterly tax instalments, how to calculate them, due dates (Mar 15, Jun 15, Sep 15, Dec 15), and how to pay without penalties.
Do You Charge GST/HST to US Clients from Canada?
No — services exported to US clients are zero-rated. Learn the GST/HST rules for Canadian freelancers billing international clients, with invoice wording and CRA guidance.
When Do Freelancers Need to Register for GST/HST in Canada?
The $30,000 GST/HST threshold explained — how the four-quarter rule works, what triggers mandatory registration, and when to register voluntarily before hitting $30K.