Documents provide inside look into challenges of digitizing federal services
The Canadian Press obtained the documents prepared for top officials in response to a request made through the Access to Information Act. Continue reading
Old Age Security
Ignored and Ignited: Seniors feel ‘invisible’ in federal election
By Mike Armstrong Global National Quebec Correspondent
Canadian seniors tell Global National Correspondent Mike Armstrong that they feel ignored by political parties during this federal election. Continue reading
Regina seniors say healthy aging, finances are top priorities ahead of election
By Connor O’Donovan Digital Broadcast Journalist
An all-candidate election forum focused on issues affecting older Canadians drew around 150 attendees in Regina on Thursday. Continue reading
Trudeau promises to boost old age security, CPP benefits if re-elected
Justin Trudeau is promising to do more to boost incomes for seniors, widows and widowers. Continue reading
NDP leadership race: Jagmeet Singh proposes big changes to OAS
Though Singh isn’t the first politician to propose these types of reforms past governments haven’t been able to get any of those reforms off the ground. Continue reading
With more seniors than ever, a report suggests how Trudeau could lower the cost for millennials
A proposal to improve generational equity. Continue reading
Canada Post work stoppage: Some benefit cheques will still be delivered
Those depending on Old Age Security and Canada Pension Plan cheques can still expect to see them in the mail, even if a Canada Post strike or lockout happens this weekend. Continue reading
Reality check: Are Trudeau’s changes to old age security a good idea?
The Liberals say they will keep the age of eligibility for Old Age Security in Canada at 65. Is it financially responsible? Continue reading
Federal budget to restore old age security to 65-year-olds, Trudeau says
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says next week’s federal budget will restore the age of eligibility for old age security to 65. Continue reading
Canadians nearing retirement with ‘totally inadequate’ savings: study
A staggering number of Canadians are approaching retirement age with insufficient funds to get them through their golden years, a new study has found. Continue reading