Canada Pension Plan (CPP)


June 29, 2024 Tags:

A recent survey by Abacus Data for the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) unveils that almost half of Canadians nearing retirement haven’t saved enough or are grappling with financial readiness. Despite this, 43% feel prepared because they've managed to save adequately.

Understanding the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) benefits, especially at ages 60 and 65, is crucial for financial planning. Most Canadians opt to start receiving CPP benefits at 65 or earlier, making these ages pivotal in retirement plans.

At the standard retirement age of 65, a new CPP recipient can expect an average monthly payout of $831.92 as of January 2024. The maximum benefit reaches $1,364.60, though few contributors meet the criteria of consistent payments over 39 years.

There's a significant $532.68 difference between the maximum and average CPP payouts. For those with investable funds, dividend income from Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX

) can bridge this gap. TD stock, trading at $74.94 per share with a 5.44% dividend yield, offers a reliable income stream. Accumulating 1,568 shares ($117,500 investment) can potentially generate substantial income.

TD, Canada’s second-largest bank with a $131.8 billion market cap, has maintained a dividend-paying history spanning 167 years. In fiscal 2024's first half, total revenue and net income rose 12% and 10% year-over-year, respectively, despite a 61% increase in provision for credit losses (PCL) to $2 billion.

Choosing early CPP payments at 60 instead of 65 results in a reduced pension amount, declining by 0.6% monthly (7.2% annually) pre-65. This translates to a permanent 36% reduction, lowering monthly payments from $891.72 to $532.43. Again, dividend investments like Pembina Pipeline (TSX

) can offset the shortfall.

Pembina Pipeline, with a 5.49% dividend yield and trading at $50.31 per share (+13.36% year-to-date), is a robust investment choice. A $40,248 investment (800 shares) can compound to $69,430.50 over ten years, including dividend reinvestment.

As a $29.15 billion company operating in energy infrastructure, Pembina announced its $4 billion Cedar floating liquified natural gas (FLNG) project on June 26, 2024. This venture, a partnership with Haisla Nation, aims to deliver low-carbon Canadian LNG globally, enhancing energy security.

It's vital to understand that CPP serves as a foundational retirement income source, not a comprehensive plan. Whether starting payments at 60 or 65, diversifying income sources is essential for long-term financial security.

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