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The Canada Pension Plan (CPP) is a Government of Canada program. Questions regarding your specific file should be directed to Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC).

Generally, with CPP disability benefits you can volunteer, attend school, or upgrade your skills without affecting your CPP disability benefits. However, you may need to notify Service Canada around certain activities such as, exceeding the yearly maximum amount of earnings.

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