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    How long will your retirement savings actually last?

    Most Canadians heading into retirement have no idea if their savings will outlast them — or if they'll outlast their savings. This calculator shows you exactly how long your money will last based on your real numbers. No sign-up required.

    65
    Average Canadian retirement age
    20+ years
    Average retirement length in Canada
    CPP + OAS
    Government income most retirees forget to factor in

    Your Retirement Profile

    Savings & Assets

    $250,000
    $500
    6%

    Historical balanced portfolio: 6-8%

    20 years

    Retirement Income Needs

    $5,000

    In today's dollars

    25 years

    Average Canadian retirement: 20-25 years

    2.5%

    Government Benefits & Other Income

    $

    Average CPP: ~$800/mo. Max: ~$1,300/mo

    $

    OAS 2024: ~$700/mo at age 65

    $

    Pension, rental income, part-time work, etc.

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    PROJECTED RETIREMENT SAVINGS

    $669,830

    Based on your current savings and contributions at 6% return

    MONTHLY INCOME AVAILABLE

    $4,834

    From all sources combined

    MONTHLY INCOME NEEDED

    $5,000

    Your desired lifestyle goal

    MONTHLY SURPLUS/SHORTFALL

    -$166

    Difference from your goal

    SAVINGS WILL LAST

    23.2 years

    Runs out 1.8 years early

    Your monthly retirement income sources

    CPP: $800
    OAS: $700
    Portfolio: $3,334

    There's a gap to close.

    Based on your goal of $5,000/month, your savings are projected to run out after 23.2 years. You have a monthly shortfall of $166.

    Savings Growth to Retirement

    Retirement Drawdown

    Strategies to Close the Gap

    Contribute More

    Adding $97/mo would close your gap completely.

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    Retire Later

    Working 2 more years allows your portfolio to grow.

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    Adjust Withdrawal

    Reducing monthly income by $166 makes your savings last.

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    This calculator is for illustrative and educational purposes only. CPP and OAS amounts are estimates. Actual retirement income depends on many factors. Always consult a licensed financial advisor. Sarah Lovett is licensed in British Columbia (LIC-2025-0059458-R01).

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