Canada senior benefits 2026

CRA $2,700 Direct Deposit For Seniors: OAS, GIS and CPP Combined

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Reports of a $2,700 direct deposit from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) have circulated widely among seniors in early 2026. However, there is no confirmed universal one-time $2,700 payment being issued to all retirees. Instead, the $2,700 figure generally reflects the combined monthly total that some eligible seniors may receive through existing federal programs administered … Read more

CRA Inflation Relief Payment Dates in Canada: What Seniors 65+ Should Expect

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Rising grocery, housing and utility costs continue to pressure retirees in 2026. While there is no permanent monthly “inflation relief” benefit currently operating under that name, federal affordability support for seniors is typically delivered through existing programs administered by the Canada Revenue Agency and Service Canada. For Canadians aged 65 and older, any inflation-related support … Read more