Stacey Tanner
Stacey Tanner is PensionCanada.ca’s Lead Benefits Specialist, with over 15 years of experience tracking Canadian social security programs. She specializes in CPP, OAS, GIS, and pension indexing, helping Canadians navigate Service Canada with clear, accurate, people-first guidance on retirement benefits and federal pension eligibility.
Discover why your Canadian OAS or GIS pension deposit was reduced or stopped, key income tax triggers, foreign stay rules, and steps to restore your payments....
Frustrated with Service Canada wait times? Use our 2026 shortcut to skip the SIN prompt and speak to a Canada Pension (CPP/OAS) agent in minutes. Updated call sequence inside....
Learn how to set up or change your CPP and OAS voluntary tax deductions using Form ISP-3520 or by phone to avoid unexpected year-end CRA tax balances...
Clocks go back Nov 1, 2026 in Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic Canada, but not in BC, Alberta, Manitoba or the NWT. What it means for CPP, OAS and Service Canada....
Learn how to securely access your My Service Canada Account (MSCA) to check CPP contributions, download OAS T4 tax slips, track applications, and update profiles....
Learn the strict physical presence rules for collecting Canadian OAS, GIS, and Allowance abroad. Avoid costly Service Canada audits and payment suspensions. ...
Check the official 2026 OAS payment dates schedule for Canada. Find maximum monthly benefit rates, GIS updates, and the 2026 net income clawback threshold....
Learn how to change your address for Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and Old Age Security (OAS) benefits via MSCA online, phone, mail, or in person safely....
Plan your monthly budget with the official 2026 Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and Old Age Security (OAS) payment schedule. View direct deposit dates here....
Old Age Security (OAS) 2026 guide: current payment amounts, eligibility rules, income thresholds, application steps, and full deferral strategy explained....
Learn how to notify the CRA, register as a deceased representative, file final tax returns, and request a clearance certificate to avoid personal liability....
Discover available government death benefits in Canada. Learn how to apply for the CPP death benefit, survivor pensions, and unique programs for families....
Service Canada pension offices and the CPP/OAS call centre close Monday, October 12, 2026 for Thanksgiving. Your October 28 CPP and OAS payment is not delayed....
Discover the official Oct-Dec 2026 OAS increase. Max amounts rise to $762.50 and $838.75. Check new rates, payment schedules, and recovery tax limits....
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Learn how to file Form ISP-3041 Statement of Estimated Income to unlock immediate GIS benefit increases after retirement or a sudden drop in senior income....
Last Updated: October 5, 2026 The Canada Revenue Agency is sending the October 5, 2026 Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit (CGEB) payment today — the second enhanced quarterly payment under the new benefit, and the final one scheduled for 2026....
CPP or OAS Payment Late or Missing? What to Do in 2026 PensionCanada.ca is an independent guide and is not affiliated with Service Canada or the Government of Canada. If your CPP or OAS payment hasn’t arrived, don’t panic. Payments...
National Seniors Day 2026: CPP Turns 60 as OAS Heads Toward Its 75th Anniversary PensionCanada.ca is an independent guide and is not affiliated with Service Canada or the Government of Canada. On October 1, 2026, Canada marked the 15th National...
Service Canada and Pension offices close Sept 30 for Truth and Reconciliation Day. Learn how CPP and OAS payments, office hours, and online services are affected....