- Description
Old Age Security (OAS) is a monthly benefit, the amount determined by how ong the person receiving the benefit has lived in Canada. It is considered taxable income.
Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) is a supplement added monthly to Old Age Security for those with limited or no income. It must be re-applied for annually, and is not payable outside Canada beyond a period of 6 months regardless of how long the person lived in Canada.
Allowance is a monthly allowance for spouses 60-64 years old of Old Age Security pensioners receiving Guaranteed Income Supplement. It is based on the combined income of the couple.
Allowance for the Survivor is a monthly allowance for widowed spouses 60-64 years of age, who have not remarried or entered a common-law relationship. It is based on limited or no income.
- Eligibility
- Visit the website for specific age requirements and other qualifications. Canada has reciprocal social security agreements with many other countries, see website for details.
- Application Process
- Some eligible seniors will be automatically enrolled in the OAS Program, they will receive notification from Service Canada a month after they turn 64. Seniors who do not receive this notification can complete an application online, by phone, or in person at Service Canada locations.
- Documents Required
- Documents outlined in application
- Toll Free
- 1-800-277-9914
- TTY
- 1-800-255-4786
- Web Site
- https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/publicpensions/cpp/old-age-security.html
- Languages
- English, French
- Fees
- None
- Topic(s)
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- Agency Information
- View Agency Profile
- Last Updated On
- March 3, 2026
- Address
- 60 Main St
Dundas, ON, L9H 2E8Municipal Service Centre located in Dundas.
Open in Google Maps - Accessibility
- Fully Accessible - Elevator lift to second floor
- Hours of Operation
- 2nd Tuesday of the month, 10am-3pm Closed 12 noon-12:30pmTue10:00 am to 3:00 pm
- Service Area(s)
- Hamilton
