本文发表在 rolia.net 枫下论坛b) CPP, OAS and GIS (Government Pensions)
CPP benefits are greatly impacted by your working history. Basically if you contributed to CPP, you will be entitled to benefits. And the higher your income is, the higher your CPP benefit is. But there is a maximum amount for CPP benefits. The maximum benefit is based on an income level of $51,100 (2013) or more. The CPP benefits calculation is impacted by many factors and the calculation is very complex. Simply call 1-800-277-9914 and ask for an estimate of how much you can expect to receive based on your historical contributions.
The OAS benefit is a monthly benefit available to most Canadians and the maximum benefit is about $546.07 per month (2013). The criteria required to receive OAS is that you have been a resident in Canada for at least 10 years and have reached the age of 65. The working history is irrelevant, but the years of residence in Canada will slightly impact the monthly benefit. If you are eligible for OAS, you might also be eligible for GIS. This is based on very low income levels and must be applied for every year. The GIS and the allowances provide additional income to low-income pensioners and their spouses.
The good point is that both CPP and OAS are indexed to CPI. So the amount you will receive does increase every year with inflation to some degree.
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CPP benefits are greatly impacted by your working history. Basically if you contributed to CPP, you will be entitled to benefits. And the higher your income is, the higher your CPP benefit is. But there is a maximum amount for CPP benefits. The maximum benefit is based on an income level of $51,100 (2013) or more. The CPP benefits calculation is impacted by many factors and the calculation is very complex. Simply call 1-800-277-9914 and ask for an estimate of how much you can expect to receive based on your historical contributions.
The OAS benefit is a monthly benefit available to most Canadians and the maximum benefit is about $546.07 per month (2013). The criteria required to receive OAS is that you have been a resident in Canada for at least 10 years and have reached the age of 65. The working history is irrelevant, but the years of residence in Canada will slightly impact the monthly benefit. If you are eligible for OAS, you might also be eligible for GIS. This is based on very low income levels and must be applied for every year. The GIS and the allowances provide additional income to low-income pensioners and their spouses.
The good point is that both CPP and OAS are indexed to CPI. So the amount you will receive does increase every year with inflation to some degree.
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