Age Calculator
Calculate exact age in years, months and days from date of birth.
Your Age
35 years, 11 months, 1 days
Total Days
13,119
Total Weeks
1,874
Total Months
431
Total Hours
314,856
Next Birthday
30 days away
You will turn 36
Age Milestones and Legal Thresholds in Canada
Age determines eligibility for numerous rights, benefits, and obligations in Canada. While many milestones are set federally, several vary by province. The age of majority — when a person is legally considered an adult — is 18 in Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, and Saskatchewan, and 19 in British Columbia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Northwest Territories, Nova Scotia, Nunavut, and Yukon.
Financial planning milestones are tied to specific ages under federal law. RRSP contributions must cease by December 31 of the year you turn 71, at which point the RRSP must be converted to a RRIF or annuity. CPP/QPP retirement pension can begin as early as age 60 (at a reduced rate) or as late as 70 (at an enhanced rate), with the standard age being 65. OAS payments start at 65 and can be deferred to 70 for a 36% permanent increase.
Key Age Milestones in Canada
| Age | Milestone |
|---|---|
| 16 | Can obtain a driver’s licence (most provinces) |
| 18/19 | Age of majority (varies by province) |
| 18 | Can vote in federal elections |
| 60 | Earliest CPP/QPP pension (reduced) |
| 65 | Standard CPP/QPP and OAS eligibility |
| 71 | Must convert RRSP to RRIF |
Understanding your exact age in years, months, and days can be important for benefit applications, insurance underwriting, and legal matters. For CPP purposes, your pension amount is calculated based on your contributions throughout your working life, with dropout provisions that exclude low-earning years. Delaying CPP from 65 to 70 increases your monthly benefit by 42%, making age a critical factor in retirement income planning.
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Built and reviewed by Konstantin Iakovlev · Data from CRA, CMHC, Bank of Canada · MethodologyDisclaimer: This calculator provides estimates based on publicly available data from CRA and other government sources. It does not constitute financial advice. Consult a qualified advisor for decisions about your specific situation.