Federal Programs
Applying for Old Age Security Allowances
You should apply for both the Old Age Security Allowance and the Allowance
for the Survivor between 6 and 11 months before your 60th birthday.
You must apply in writing for either Allowance. Complete and mail
the Guaranteed Income Supplement or Statement of Income for the
Allowance or Allowance for the Survivor application form (ISP-3025) for the
payment year that applies to you along with the Application for the Allowance
or Allowance for the Survivor form (ISP-3008).
You will find these forms at:
http://www.servicecanada.gc.ca/fi-if/index.jsp?app=prfl&frm=isp3008&lang=eng
The amount you receive for either of
the Allowances depends on your
previous year's income.
The information provided can change.
For up to date information about, or to
apply for the Canada pension plan
and/or old age security benefits
contact Service Canada. You can
reach them at
1-800-277-9914,
Or visit their website at:
www.servicecanada.gc.ca.
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Note:
Consult the table of Old Age Security payment amounts for current
benefit rates (Table on page 13).
The table can be found at: http://www.esdc.gc.ca/en/cpp/oas/
payments.page
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