The Old Age Security (OAS) program is a cornerstone of Canada’s support system for seniors. As of October 2025, OAS payments have been adjusted upward to reflect inflation, giving eligible seniors new maximums of $740.09 (ages 65–74) and $814.10 (ages 75 and over) per month. These updates bring fresh eligibility…
Despite some headlines claiming a $2,800 OAS boost, there is no such guaranteed lump-sum increase. Old Age Security (OAS) is indexed quarterly to inflation (CPI), so benefits rise gradually over the year. What seniors will see instead are modest, inflation-based quarterly hikes — not a sudden $2,800 jump. For the…
