In addition to the measures taken to help seniors in Budget 2009 – Canada’s Economic Action Plan, including:

• Increasing the Age Credit to $2000.
• Extending the Targeted Initiative for Older Workers (TIOW) and increasing funding to help older workers find employment.
• Investing $400 million more to construct housing units for low-income seniors.

the Government has made significant investments in improving the financial security and well-being of seniors since elected in 2006.

Please go to Seniors Canada to find out more.  

If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact me at 250 470-5075.

Other Top Seniors Related Links:

Old Age Security (OAS) 
Canada Pension Plan (CPP) 
Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS)
Tax savings for seniors and pensioners
CRA 2009 Budget News
Benefits Finder