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Ontario Payroll Calculator 2019

Reviewed by Calculator Editorial Team

Calculate Ontario payroll taxes for 2019 with this professional payroll calculator. This tool helps employers determine the correct deductions for federal and provincial income taxes, Canada Pension Plan (CPP), Employment Insurance (EI), and other payroll obligations.

How to Use This Calculator

To use the Ontario Payroll Calculator 2019:

  1. Enter the employee's gross salary in the "Gross Salary" field
  2. Select the appropriate pay period (weekly, bi-weekly, monthly)
  3. Check if the employee is eligible for EI premiums
  4. Click "Calculate" to see the deductions

The calculator will display the total deductions and show a breakdown of each tax component. You can also view a chart showing the distribution of deductions.

How Ontario Payroll Taxes Work

Ontario payroll taxes include several components that employers must deduct from employee salaries:

  • Federal Income Tax - Based on the employee's taxable income
  • Ontario Income Tax - Provincial tax based on Ontario tax brackets
  • Canada Pension Plan (CPP) - 5.1% of earnings up to the CPP maximum contribution base
  • Employment Insurance (EI) - 1.66% of insurable earnings up to the EI maximum contribution base

Employers must withhold these taxes from each employee's paycheck and remit them to the appropriate government agencies.

2019 Ontario Tax Rates

The 2019 Ontario tax rates for federal and provincial income tax are as follows:

Federal Income Tax Brackets (2019)

Taxable Income Tax Rate
$0 - $12,069 15%
$12,069 - $47,630 20.5%
$47,630 - $95,259 26%
$95,259 - $147,667 29%
$147,667+ 33%

Ontario Income Tax Brackets (2019)

Taxable Income Tax Rate
$0 - $44,709 5.05%
$44,709 - $89,418 9.15%
$89,418 - $140,000 11.16%
$140,000 - $200,000 12.16%
$200,000+ 13.16%

These rates are subject to change and should be verified with official government sources for the most current information.

Worked Example

Let's calculate the payroll deductions for an employee with a gross salary of $50,000 paid monthly.

Gross Salary: $50,000/month

Pay Period: Monthly

EI Premiums: Yes

Calculation Steps

  1. Calculate federal income tax based on the 2019 brackets
  2. Calculate Ontario income tax based on the 2019 brackets
  3. Calculate CPP at 5.1% of earnings (capped at $61,500/year)
  4. Calculate EI at 1.66% of insurable earnings (capped at $53,100/year)
  5. Add EI premiums if applicable

Result Breakdown

Deduction Amount
Federal Income Tax $4,526.00
Ontario Income Tax $2,850.00
Canada Pension Plan (CPP) $2,550.00
Employment Insurance (EI) $833.00
EI Premiums $166.00
Total Deductions $10,825.00

For this example, the total monthly deductions would be $10,825.00, leaving the employee with a net pay of $39,175.00.

FAQ

What pay periods does this calculator support?
The calculator supports weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly pay periods. Simply select the appropriate option when entering your employee's salary.
Are EI premiums included in the calculation?
Yes, the calculator includes EI premiums if the employee is eligible. You can toggle this option on or off based on the employee's status.
How often should I update the tax rates?
Tax rates change annually. We recommend reviewing the rates each year and updating the calculator accordingly to ensure accurate deductions.
Can I use this calculator for self-employed individuals?
This calculator is designed for employers to calculate payroll deductions for employees. For self-employed individuals, you would need to use a different tax calculator that accounts for self-employment taxes.