Old Age Security (OAS) Program

The Old Age Security program, the cornerstone of Canada's retirement income system, provides you with a modest pension at age 65 if you have lived in Canada for at least 10 years. If you are a low-income senior, you may be eligible for other benefits as early as age 60.

General information

• Overview of the Old Age Security Program
• C-36: 2007 changes to the Canada Pension Plan and the Old Age Security Act
• C-31: 2010 Changes to the Old Age Security Act
• How can I correct inaccurate or incomplete information or provide information not previously disclosed?
• The Old Age Security Appeals Process
• Information related to pensioners residing abroad
• Statistics related to the Old Age Security Program and the Canada Pension Plan

Benefit information

• Old Age Security Pension
• Guaranteed Income Supplement
• Allowance
• Allowance for the Survivor
• Forms
  

Payment information

• Old Age Security Payment Rates
• Payment Dates
• Direct Deposit
• Canceling benefits following the death of a pensioner / beneficiary
• The Repayment of Old Age Security Pension Benefits (Deductions for higher-income seniors)
• Foreign payments - Frequently asked questions

Taxation Information

• The Old Age Security Recovery Tax
• OAS and CPP T4/NR4 Income Statements
  • Obtain your Tax Information Slips online
  • File your taxes by phone or online using Telefile service for seniors or Netfile.