Census results call for reviewing Old Age Security eligibility
With more seniors becoming eligible for OAS, and being paid for longer periods, Canada should re-visit boosting eligibility from age 65 to 67.
Finance Minister Bill Morneau, pictured this year, left the door open to OAS changes in speaking to the House Finance Committee last year.The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright
MISSISSAUGA, ONT.—The Liberals reversed the Conservatives’ decision announced in 2012 to gradually boost the eligibility age for Old Age Security (OAS) payments from 65 to 67 years between 2023 and 2029. This was in keeping with an election pledge.
When questioned about the reversal, announced ...
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