Closed
Last Update: June 19, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Canada
Overview
The Allowance for the Survivor is a monthly benefit for eligible Canadians aged 60 to 64. It supports survivors with eligible income levels after the death of a spouse or common-law partner.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- No objectives are currently available
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Surviving spouses or common-law partners aged 60 to 64.
Who is not eligible
- People under 60 or over 64.
- People who do not live in Canada.
- People who have remarried or entered a new common-law partnership.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada.
How to apply
- Step 1: Check eligibility
- Confirm you are between 60 and 64 years old.
- Confirm you live in Canada and meet the survivor status requirements.
- Step 2: Apply
- Submit an application if your spouse or common-law partner has died and you are between 60 and 64 years old.
- Do not apply earlier than 11 months before turning 60.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed after submission.
- A decision is made based on eligibility and benefit rules.
- Applicants are contacted about their application status.
Additional information
- This is a monthly benefit payment.
- Direct deposit is recommended to avoid payment delays.
- You should not apply earlier than 11 months before your 60th birthday.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Allowance for the Survivor (OAS) Program
What is the Allowance for the Survivor (OAS)?
The Allowance for the Survivor is a monthly benefit for eligible Canadians aged 60 to 64. It supports survivors with eligible income levels after the death of a spouse or common-law partner.
Who is eligible for the Allowance for the Survivor (OAS) program?
To be eligible for the Allowance for the Survivor (OAS) program, you must:
Age 60 to 64.
Live in Canada.
Widowed survivor status.
Where is the Allowance for the Survivor (OAS) available?
The Allowance for the Survivor (OAS) program is available across Canada.
Is the Allowance for the Survivor (OAS) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Allowance for the Survivor (OAS) is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Allowance for the Survivor (OAS)?
Allowance for the Survivor (OAS) is funded by Government of Canada