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.
Estimate your OAS benefit payment...
Is your OAS recovery tax too high due to income changes? Learn how to use Form T1213(OAS) to request a reduction in your OAS clawback at source....
Wondering how much money you can earn before it affects your GIS entitlement? Discover the latest Canada Pension Guaranteed Income Supplement income exemption rules, clawback thresholds, and strategies to protect your monthly payments....
How to appeal an Old Age Security decision...
What's consider income under GIS program...
CPP/OAS application wait time 2026...
Losing a loved one is difficult, and managing their federal benefits shouldn't add to your stress. When a CPP or OAS pensioner passes away, you must notify Service Canada to stop payments. In this guide, we’ll walk you through exactly...
Discover the official OAS payment increase for the April-June 2026 quarter. View the new maximum monthly rates for seniors aged 65-74 and 75+, payment dates, and eligibility criteria....
Please be advised that the address below are designated PO Box location for each province’s CPP/OAS processing office. They are not actual Service Canada centres. Mailing from outside of Canada If you are mailing the document from oversea, you must...
Consent to Exchange Information with Citizenship and Immigration Canada...
Looking for the OAS May 2026 payment date? Discover the updated rates, maximum GIS amounts, and eligibility criteria for Canadian seniors in our detailed May 2026 pension guide....
Don't lose your monthly hydro discount! Discover exactly how, when, and where to renew your Ontario Electricity Support Program (OESP) credit before your eligibility period expires. Follow our step-by-step provincial renewal guide....
Planning to contact the Pension Centre? Ensure you know the Victoria Day 2026 holiday closure dates, impact on CPP/OAS payments, and how to access automated services during the long weekend....
Wondering when the May 2026 Ontario Trillium Benefit (OTB) will be deposited? The payment arrives on May 8th. Check the new 2026 credit amounts for OEPTC and OSTC in our full guide....
Child Rearing Provisions...
Eligible Canadians will receive a one-time Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit top-up on June 5, 2026. Learn about eligibility, payment amounts, and the 25% increase in quarterly benefits....
OAS March 2026 Payment Dates & Rates: How Much Will You Get? Are you a senior in Canada waiting for your Old Age Security (OAS) and Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) payments this month? Staying informed on federal benefit schedules is...
CPP/OAS T4 slip...
OAS payment increase for January to March 2026...
Involuntary Separation Sometimes senior married or common-law couple has to live apart from eachother due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g. one transferred to nursing home). Under this circumstances, their marital or common-law status under the pension program may remain as is...