Brampton, ON - Today, Sonia Sidhu, Member of Parliament for Brampton South, on behalf of the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, reiterated the Government’s commitment to seniors in Brampton South.

As of July 1, 2018, Old Age Security (OAS) benefits have increased. This increase means that a single senior receiving OAS and the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) with no other income may receive $1,728.84 more than in November 2015.

Seniors are a priority of the Government of Canada. That is why restoring the age of eligibility for OAS and GIS benefits from 67 back to 65 was an important step in making sure vulnerable seniors do not face higher risks of living in poverty. This change ensures that Canadians will not face a cut in their support through the OAS. These increased supplements mean more money in the pockets of single seniors.

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“All seniors deserve safe, secure and dignified retirements. By restoring the age of eligibility for Old Age Security and GIS benefits to 65, we are taking an important step to improve the quality of life of the seniors in Brampton South, especially those most in need.”

– Sonia Sidhu, Member of Parliament for Brampton South