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Estate Planning / Helpful Links in Canada

A list of resources
for Canadian Seniors

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Programs and services
in BC and across Canada

OLD AGE SECURITY AND CANADA PENSION PLAN

https://www.canada.ca/en/servi...

This web page is a primary resource for information on Old Age Security, Canada Pension Plan Benefits, and forms, Canada Pension Plan, Survivor’s Benefits and Disability Benefits.


VETERANS AFFAIRS CANADA

http://www.veterans.gc.ca

Veterans Affairs web page is the primary contact site for information on pensions, assistance with burial costs, and information on allowances for veterans and their families.


PUBLIC GUARDIAN AND TRUSTEE OF BRITISH COLUMBIA

http://www.trustee.bc.ca/Pages...

The Public Guardian and Trustee is appointed to safeguard and uphold the legal and financial interests of children; manage the legal, financial and personal care interests of adults needing assistance in decision-making; and administer the estates of deceased and missing persons. Okanagan office: (250) 712-7576


BRITISH COLUMBIA ASSOCIATION OF COMMUNITY RESPONSE NETWORKS

https://bccrns.ca/

Provide support and assistance for abused and neglected adults.


BRITISH COLUMBIA MINISTRY OF HEALTH SERVICES

https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/con...

Provides information on Medical Services Plan of British Columbia, PharmaCare and Seniors.


REPRESENTATION AGREEMENT RESOURCE CENTRE

http://www.nidus.ca

The Nidus Personal Planning Resource Centre is a non-profit, charitable organization and was incorporated in 1995 as the Representation Agreement Resource Centre (RARC). Nidus provides information to British Columbians about personal planning and operate a centralized Registry for personal planning documents.


THE LAW SOCIETY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA

http://www.lawsociety.bc.ca

The Law Society of British Columbia is the regulatory body for the BC legal profession. The primary responsibility of the Law Society under the provincial Legal Profession Act is to protect the public interest in the administration of justice. 1 (800) 903-5300.


STEP CANADA – THE SOCIETY OF TRUST AND ESTATE PRACTITIONERS

http://www.step.ca

The Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners is the leading international organization for trust and estates professionals. STEP Canada, founded in 1998, has almost 2,000 members including lawyers, accountants, financial planners, insurance advisors and trust professionals.


HEALTH CANADA - DIVISION OF AGING AND SENIORS

https://www.canada.ca/en/publi...

The Division of Aging and Seniors, Health Canada, provides federal leadership in areas pertaining to aging and seniors. The Division serves as a focal point for information and centre of expertise. (613) 952-7606


BC CENTRE FOR ELDER ADVOCACY AND SUPPORT

http://bcceas.ca

Forum for individuals, seniors, community agencies, gov’t and policy makers, working together to eliminate the abuse of seniors. 1 (866) 437-1940


CANADIAN SENIOR YEARS

http://www.senioryears.com

A website specifically designed for Canadians over 50. The best information, articles, news and Canadian site links for seniors on the web today.


CARP – CANADA’S ASSOCIATION FOR THE FIFTY PLUS

http://www.carp.ca

A New Vision of Aging for Canada. An association whose mandate is to promote and protect the interests, rights and quality of life for Canadians as they age.


HEALTH & SENIORS’ INFO LINE

https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/con...

Seniors are able to speak with a real person to answer questions on health programs & services as well as a broad range of other gov’t services for seniors. Staff on this “one-stop shopping” line also help people fill out forms and provide direct contact to other agencies.

1 (877) 952-3181

(250) 952-3181


HEALTHLINK BC

http://www.healthlinkbc.ca

Speak with a nurse about your symptoms, consult with a pharmacist about your medication questions 24/7. Translation services available. Phone: 811. Hearing-impaired: 711


INCOME SECURITY PROGRAMS

http://www.esdc.gc.ca

Information and administration of CPP, OAS, and Guaranteed Income Supplement. 1 (800) 277-9914


SHELTER AID FOR ELDERLY RENTERS (SAFER)

https://www.bchousing.org/hous...

The SAFER Program provides direct cash assistance to eligible residents of British Columbia who are age 60 or over and who pay rent for their homes. 1 (800) 257-7756 or 604-433-2218

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Old Age Security payment amounts

Your Old Age Security pension amount is determined by how long you have lived in Canada after the age of 18. It is considered taxable income and is subject to a recovery tax if your individual net annual income is higher than the net world income threshold set for the year.

How much CPP you could receive?

For 2021, the maximum monthly amount you could receive as a new recipient starting the pension at age 65 is $1,203.75. The average monthly amount in January 2021 is $ 619.75. Your situation will determine how much you’ll receive up to the maximum.