OAS and CPP payments are to roll out on Wednesday, Feb.26, 2025.


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Canadian seniors can expect their latest pension payments from the federal government this week. The Old Age Security (OAS) and Canada Pension Plan (CPP payments) benefits for February will be disbursed on Wednesday to eligible recipients.

OAS and CPP Payments: What to Expect

OAS and CPP are taxable, monthly benefits designed to support retired Canadians. Over the last five years, these pensions have increased by up to 20% to help seniors keep up with the rising cost of living.

Old Age Security (OAS) Payments

The OAS pension is available to Canadians aged 65 and older, regardless of employment status. The amount received depends on factors such as age, the number of years lived in Canada as an adult, and total income.

The government reviews OAS amounts every January, April, July, and October to adjust for inflation, using the Consumer Price Index (CPI). Since the CPI remained stable in the last quarter, the OAS payments from January to March 2025 remain unchanged. However, they have increased by 2% compared to last year.

For February:

  • Seniors aged 65 to 74 can receive a maximum of $727.67 if their 2023 net world income was below $142,609.
  • Seniors aged 75 and older can receive up to $800.44, provided their 2023 net world income was below $148,179.

Those earning more than $86,912 in 2023 may need to repay a portion or the full amount of their OAS pension.

Additional Benefits Under OAS
Seniors may also qualify for extra non-taxable benefits, including:

  • Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS)
  • Allowance for Low-Income Seniors
  • Allowance for the Survivor

These additional payments help low-income seniors and their spouses manage financial needs.

Canada Pension Plan (CPP) Payments

The CPP retirement pension is available to individuals who have contributed to the plan for at least one year and are aged 60 or older. This taxable benefit provides lifelong financial support after retirement.

The CPP amount depends on:

  • The age at which a person starts receiving payments
  • Total CPP contributions made over the years
  • Average lifetime earnings

For 2025, the maximum monthly CPP payment is set at $1,433 for those who start their pension at age 65.

Next Payment Date

The next round of OAS and CPP payments is scheduled for March 27, 2025.

Seniors are encouraged to keep track of their payments and check eligibility for additional benefits to maximize their financial security in retirement.

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