A delay announced. On July 28, 2026, Retraite Québec announced that the retirement pension supplement of the Quebec Pension Plan (QPP) will be calculated later than planned, between the end of July and the end of October, as explained in the notice published on its website.
Nothing to do. You don't need to take any action, and Retraite Québec cannot prioritize your file. Once the calculation is done, you will receive a notice of modification by mail. The amounts you are owed will then be paid for the months since January 1, 2026.
Who is affected. This delay concerns people who receive the QPP retirement pension and are entitled to the retirement pension supplement — a benefit for modest-income retirees who receive the pension.
Why this matters to you. If you were expecting a supplement amount and your payment has not changed, this delay is probably the reason. It is not an error in your file, and you cannot lose your rights: the amounts are retroactive to January 1, 2026.
Good to know for newcomers: the QPP is Quebec's public pension plan, funded by workers' contributions. The retirement pension supplement is a top-up for modest-income people who already receive the pension. If you receive benefits from Retraite Québec and a late payment worries you, check the "News" section of their website before calling them.
