Allowance for the Survivor Program

The Allowance for the Survivor Program provides a monthly non-taxable benefit to low-income widowed spouses who are not yet eligible for the Old Age Security (OAS) pension.

Delivered by: Service Canada on behalf of Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC)

Eligibility Information

• Am I eligible?
• Do I have to be receiving the Old Age Security pension to receive the Allowance for the Survivor pension?

Application Information

• How do I apply?
• What information/documents do I need to apply?
• What is the status of my application?

Forms

• What forms do I need to apply?

Financial Information

• What are the payment rates?
• When will I receive my payment?
• How do I change my address or direct deposit information?

Tax Slip Information

• Is the Allowance for the Survivor taxable?
• When will I get my T4/NR4?

Contact Information

• How do I contact the Old Age Security program?

Related Information

• Where can I find information on OAS program legislation, research and reports?

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