Old Age Security (OAS), Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS), Allowance
Provided by: Government of Canada - Service Canada
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Service Description
Provides a monthly, taxable payment to individuals who are 65 and older. In most cases, individuals do not have to apply to receive the benefit. Visit the website for more information.
In addition to the Old Age Security (OAS), individuals over 65 could also be eligible for other benefits.
- Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS): If you live in Canada and you have a low income, this monthly, non-taxable benefit can be added to your OAS pension.
- Allowance: If you are 60 to 64 years of age and your spouse or common-law partner is receiving the OAS pension and is eligible for the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS), you might be eligible to receive this benefit.
- Allowance for the Survivor: If you are 60 to 64 years of age and you are widowed, you might be eligible to receive this benefit.
Application Process
Fees
TTY: 1-800-255-4786
Toll-Free: 1-800-277-9914
Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm EST
Service Website
www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/publicpensions/cpp/old-age-security.html
Coverage Area
Saskatchewan
Languages Offered
English, French
Service Canada Outreach Centre – Ile a la Crosse
Address
Integrated Facility
Lajeunesse Avenue
Ile a la Crosse SK S0M 1C0
Free parking. Payment method accepted: Cheque
Location Info
Hours of Operation
Check the website for dates and hours of operation.
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
CPP/OAS: 1-800-277-9914
Record of Employment: 1-800-367-5693
* Toll Free TTY 1-855-881-9874
Employment Insurance Program: 1-800-206-7218
* Toll Free TTY 1-800-529-3742
Telephone Reporting Service Employment Insurance: 1-800-531-7555
Income Security Program TTY - Toll Free: 1-800-255-4786
TTY: 1-800-926-9105
Toll Free
Toll-Free: 1-800-622-6232
1-800-O-CANADA
Website
www.servicecanada.gc.ca/tbsc-fsco/sc-dsp.jsp?rc=SK-SBP&lang=eng
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