How to ask for a ruling

To ask for a CPP/EI ruling, you can:

  • sign in to My Business Account, if you are a payer, and select “Request a CPP/EI Ruling” under “Payroll”
  • sign in to My Account, if you are a worker or a payer, and select “Request a CPP/EI Ruling”.
  • ask your authorized representative to request a ruling for you – they can sign in to Represent a Client and select “Request a CPP/EI Ruling”.
  • write a letter or fill out Form CPT1, Request for a CPP/EI Ruling – Employee or self-employed, and mail it to the CPP/EI Rulings Division at the tax services office in the province or territory of your residence or place of business – see Form CPT1 for the mailing addresses

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2025-12-16