The Old Age Security (OAS) Program

The Old Age Security program, the cornerstone of Canada's retirement income system, provides you with a modest pension at age 65 if you have lived in Canada for at least 10 years. If you are a low-income senior, you may be eligible for other benefits as early as age 60.

Canada Social Insurance Number

The Social Insurance Number (SIN) is a nine-digit number used in the administration of various Canadian government programs. You will require a SIN to work in Canada or to receive government benefits.

The Canada Pension Plan

Your contributions to the Canada Pension Plan provide you with a stable and dependable pension you can build on for retirement.  Your contributions also provide you and your dependents with basic financial protection if you become disabled or die.

Find answers to the most Frequently Asked Question concerning The Canada Pension Plan. 

Consumer Protection

The Office of Consumer Affairs provides you with tips on protecting yourself, along with information about how debit card fraud can occur, what to do if you are the victim of fraud, situations in which you may be held liable, and your potential liability.

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Travel Updates

The Consular Affairs Bureau provides information and assistance services to Canadians living and travelling abroad. These services are clearly established in international law and, more specifically, under the terms of the Vienna Convention on Consular Relations, to which Canada and many other nations are signatories.

The Consular Affairs Bureau is committed to helping Canadians prepare for foreign travel and to providing you with a variety of services once you are abroad.  Millions of Canadians live in or visit countries all over the world, for business and for pleasure. Smart travellers learn about their destination before leaving Canada and are prepared to deal with problems or emergency situations that may arise. This site provides an abundance of information about foreign destinations, about how to prepare for your departure from Canada, and about the variety of services offered to Canadians abroad.

Travel information and advice is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week on the Consular Affairs Web site. You can subscribe electronically to “Travel Updates” or call our Emergency Operations Centre at 1 800 267-6788 or (613) 944-6788.