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Veterans Affairs Canada to send out payments on Monday

Some Canadians will receive a payment from Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) on Monday, September 28, 2026. The governmental department...

Veterans Affairs Canada to send out payments on Monday
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CPP payment dates in 2026, and more to know about the Canada Pension Plan

Review the 2026 CPP payment dates, how much you could receive, when to apply, and how the Canada Pension...

CPP payment dates in 2026, and more to know about the Canada Pension Plan
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How does a pension buyback work?

A DB pension plan member may have the opportunity to buy back pensionable service to increase their future pension....

How does a pension buyback work?
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How much of a pension does a survivor receive?

A MoneySense reader asks about survivor benefits for spouses. Here’s how defined benefit and CPP survivor payments work in...

How much of a pension does a survivor receive?

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Retirement

RRIF and LIF withdrawal rates: Everything you need to know

Most registered retirement savings plans are eventually converted to registered retirement income funds. Here’s what to know about RRIF...

RRIF and LIF withdrawal rates: Everything you need to know

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Retirement planning advice for people who don’t use an advisor

Retirement Club for Canadians offers a sounding board and resources for people who manage retirement finance all on their...

Retirement planning advice for people who don’t use an advisor
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How to manage your tax withholding in retirement

Canadians accustomed to annual tax refunds may be surprised to owe tax in retirement and have government benefits clawed...

How to manage your tax withholding in retirement
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When do CPP and OAS pension payment increases happen around your birthday?

Luis asks when his Old Age Security payments will increase now that he is 75. We look at adjustment...

When do CPP and OAS pension payment increases happen around your birthday?

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Should we draw down my spouse’s RRIF faster?

The benefits of depleting savings to avoid estate taxes depends on many variables. But if you live a decade...

Should we draw down my spouse’s RRIF faster?

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