What we do

Our program provides rulings on the nature of a relationship between a worker and a payer, i.e. employee or self-employed, as well as determines pensionable (CPP) and insurable (EI) earnings and hours. We issue certificates and extensions under the Social Security Agreements.

We are also responsible for approving certifications of a religious sect seeking exemption from coverage under the Canada Pension Plan, and applications for coverage of employment of an Indian in Canada under the Canada Pension Plan whose income is exempt under the Income Tax Act.