PROGRAMS AND INITIATIVES FOR SENIORS: FORMS AND APPLICATIONS
SENIORS’ FORUM
We know that every Canadian deserves a secure and dignified retirement. We are working to help more seniors stay in their own homes and keep more money in their pockets by:
Assisting low-income seniors to keep more of what they earn by enhancing the Guaranteed Income Supplement earnings exemption.
Promoting seniors’ participation in their communities by enhancing the New Horizons for Seniors’ Program, which supports local projects that help seniors engage with the community and raise awareness of elder abuse.
For many Canadians, working until the age of 67 is not an option. That is why we restored the age of eligibility for Old Age Security benefits from 67 back to 65 years old.
On July 1st, we increased Old Age Security and the Guaranteed Income Supplement—that means up to $2,000 more dollars in the pockets of seniors. Through Budget 2019, we're helping to seniors keep more of their hard-earned income, investing $50 million to support Canada’s first National Dementia Strategy, funding more projects for seniors who want to stay active and involved in their communities, and are taking the next steps to make medication more affordable for seniors.
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The Old Age Security program is the Government of Canada’s largest pension program. TheOAS pensionis a monthly payment available to seniors aged 65 and older who meet the Canadian legal status and residence requirements.
National Senior's day is October 1.This is an occasion where all Canadians can join in celebrating older adults across Canada – whether a parent, a co-worker, a neighbour or a friend. The Government of Canada is proud to acknowledge the life-long contributions our nation’s seniors have made and continue to make to their families, communities, and society. Our government is focused on improving income security, social inclusion, health and housing for seniors.
NEW HORIZONS FOR SENIORS PROGRAM
TheNew Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP)is a federal grants and contributions program that supports projects designed by and for seniors who make a difference in the lives of others and their communities. Through the NHSP, the Government of Canada encourages seniors to share their knowledge, skills, and experiences to the benefit of others.
