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Benefits

Benefits

The complete directory of Canadian government benefit payment dates for This Year. Browse our verified schedules for the Canada Child Benefit (CCB), Old Age Security (OAS), GST/HST Credit, Canada Carbon Rebate, and provincial programs like the Ontario Trillium Benefit. All guides are updated with official CRA data to help you get paid on time.
22
Jan
A close-up of an Ontario senior's bank account portal on a smartphone, showing a "PROV ONTARIO GAINS" deposit alongside a federal OAS/GIS payment.

Ontario GAINS Payment Dates 2026 (For Low Income Seniors)

Waiting for your Ontario GAINS payment? Get the official 2026 deposit schedule, check the $90 monthly maximum, and learn how to secure this "automatic" top-up for your retirement.
5 min read
22
Jan
A senior Canadian couple reviewing their T4A-OAS slip and tax return on a laptop, with a calculator showing the 15% recovery tax calculation for the tax year.

OAS Clawback 2026: What is the "Recovery Tax" Threshold?

Is your 2026 OAS benefit safe? Discover the new $93,454 clawback threshold, the 15% recovery tax math, and the RRSP Meltdown strategy to keep your full pension.
7 min read
22
Jan
A person holding an official Service Canada 'Application for a Canada Pension Plan Death Benefit' form ISP1200, with a professional funeral services brochure on a desk

CPP Death Benefit 2026: How to Apply for the $2,500 Lump Sum

Dealing with a loss? Discover how to claim the $2,500 CPP Death Benefit, learn who qualifies for the new $5,000 top-up, and get the step-by-step ISP1200 application guide for 2026.
5 min read
22
Jan
A senior woman looking at her bank statement with a sense of relief, next to a photo of her late husband and an official Service Canada 'Allowance for the Survivor' information sheet.

Allowance for the Survivor: How to Get Money if You are Widowed (Age 60-64)

Widowed and under age 65? You may be eligible for a non-taxable monthly payment of up to $1,680. Discover the "Allowance for the Survivor" income limits and application steps for 2026.
5 min read
22
Jan
A Canadian senior couple in their living room, smiling while reviewing a tablet showing their increased monthly benefit statement from both federal and provincial senior top-up programs.

Senior Benefits in Canada 2026: The Complete Top-Up List

Federal OAS and GIS are just the start. Discover the 2026 provincial top-ups like Ontario GAINS, BC Senior Supplement, and Alberta Seniors Benefit to maximize your monthly income.
6 min read
22
Jan
A senior couple calculating their retirement budget with the GIS income table visible on a laptop screen alongside their T4A slips.

Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) 2026: New Income Cutoffs

Did I make too much money to get my GIS?" Get the exact 2026 income cutoffs for single and married seniors, see the new payment tables, and learn how to earn $5,000 without losing a cent of your benefits.
5 min read
20
Jan
A calendar for Prince Edward Island Social Assistance with payment dates highlighted, alongside an image of the Confederation Bridge representing Island-wide support.

PEI Social Assistance Dates 2026: Official Schedule & Emergency Support

Looking for the next PEI Social Assistance date? Get the official 2026 schedule, updated Basic Unit Rates, and learn how to claim emergency house repairs and seasonal school allowances.
5 min read
20
Jan
A digital calendar for Nova Scotia Employment Support and Income Assistance (ESIA) with payment dates highlighted, alongside a Halifax Transit bus pass and a medical transportation log.

NS Income Assistance Dates 2026: Official Schedule & "Hidden" Rates

When is the next NS Income Assistance payment? Get the official 2026 ESIA schedule, the new 1.6% inflation increase rates, and learn how to claim the $200 school and medical travel top-ups.
5 min read
20
Jan
A scenic view of Signal Hill in St. John's with a digital calendar overlay showing the 1st and 16th payment cycles for the Newfoundland and Labrador Income Support program.

NL Income Support Dates 2026: Official Schedule & Top-Ups

When is the next NL Income Support payment? Get the official 2026 Newfoundland and Labrador schedule, 24/7 emergency contact numbers, and learn how to claim the new "Inclusive Communities" top-ups.
5 min read
20
Jan
A calendar for Manitoba Employment and Income Assistance (EIA) with monthly payment dates circled, alongside a laptop showing the My Direct Deposit registration screen.

Manitoba EIA Payment Dates 2026: Official Schedule & Emergency Help

When is the next Manitoba EIA payment? Get the 2026 official schedule, bank-specific direct deposit times, and the "After-Hours" emergency numbers you need for 24/7 support.
5 min read