Contact Information
| Office Phone | 1-800-277-9914 |
| TTY Phone | 1-800-255-4786, Toll free |
| Website | www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/publicpensions/cpp/old-age-security.html |
Description and Service Details
| Description (Service) | Old Age Security (OAS)
Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) -- Monthly supplement for low income OAS recipients living in Canada
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| Hours | Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm to speak to an agent Recorded information Mon-Sun 24 hours |
| Areas Served | Ontario |
| Eligibility | See Description for age and other qualifications Canada has reciprocal social security agreements with many other countries -- see website for details |
| Application | OAS and GIS Automatic enrollment -- seniors who are eligible for automatic enrollment will receive a notification letter the month after they turn 64, they do not have to apply for OAS Seniors not eligible for automatic enrollment must complete and mail an application form; can apply a maximum of 11 months before pension begins GIS -- OAS applicants can indicate on the OAS application form that they wish to apply for GIS; status will be reviewed each year when taxes are filed Allowance and Allowance for the Survivor -- application form should be submitted 6-11 months before applicant's 60th birthday GAINS -- no application required; benefits based on information from federal tax return |
| Languages | English, French |
| Fees | None |
Site Information
| Located In Community | Toronto |
| Address & Map | Toronto, ON Canada |
| Mailing Address | c/o Service Canada, Stn D; PO Box 5100 Toronto, ON Canada M1R 5C8 |
| Physical Access | Not Applicable |
Categories and Classification
| HCSD Main Heading | Income Programs ; Older Adults |
| HCSD Sub Heading | Income Programs for Older Adults ; Income Support Programs for Older Adults ; Social Assistance |
| Service Categories | Allowance for the Survivor Program ; Guaranteed Income Supplement ; Internet Information Resources ~ Canadian Retirement Issues ; Old Age Security Program ; Spouse's Allowance |
