Canada Pension Dates 2025

Canada Pension Plan (CPP) & Old Age Security (OAS)

CPP and OAS payments are issued monthly, typically on the third-last business day of each month. These payments are made via direct deposit or mailed cheque.​

2025 Payment Dates:

• January 29
  
  
• February 26
  
  
• March 27
  
  
• April 28
  
  
• May 28
  
  
• June 26
  
  
• July 29
  
  
• August 27
  
  
• September 25
  
  
• October 29
  
  
• November 26
  
  
• December 22
  
  

Note: OAS payments coincide with CPP dates and are typically issued on the same day.

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Quebec Pension Plan (QPP)

QPP payments are made on the last working day of each month and are deposited directly into your bank account.​

2025 Payment Dates:

• January 31
  
  
• February 28
  
  
• March 31
  
  
• April 30
  
  
• May 30
  
  
• June 30
  
  
• July 31
  
  
• August 29
  
  
• September 29
  
  
• October 31
  
  
• November 28
  
  
• December 30​
  
  

Public Service Pension Plan (Federal)

Federal public service pensions, including those for retired federal employees, military personnel, and RCMP members, are paid monthly.​

2025 Payment Dates:

• January 29
  
  
• February 26
  
  
• March 27
  
  
• April 28
  
  
• May 28
  
  
• June 26
  
  
• July 29
  
  
• August 27
  
  
• September 25
  
  
• October 29
  
  
• November 26
  
  
• December 29​

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Public Service Pension Plan (Provincial – Alberta & British Columbia)

Provincial public service pensions in Alberta and British Columbia follow a similar monthly schedule.

2025 Payment Dates:

• January 30
  
  
• February 27
  
  
• March 28
  
  
• April 29
  
  
• May 29
  
  
• June 27
  
  
• July 30
  
  
• August 28
  
  
• September 26
  
  
• October 30
  
  
• November 27
  
  
• December 23
  
  

Tips to Stay on Track

• Set Reminders: Mark these dates on your calendar or set digital reminders to anticipate your pension deposits.
  
  
• Direct Deposit: Ensure your banking information is up to date to receive payments promptly.
  
  
• Monitor Accounts: Regularly check your bank account to confirm receipt of payments.
  
  

Stay Informed: Keep an eye on official communications for any changes to payment schedules.