Leave a commentThe GAINS Rate Tables provide a ready reference of OAS/GIS/GAINS , depending on a seniors status e.g. single or couple. The Tables are updated quarterly and posted to the internet the first week of January, April, July and October.
Benefit Period
- October 1, 2011 to December 31, 2011
Guaranteed Income Level
- Single pensioners: $1,350.41 monthly ($16,204.92 annually)
- Qualified couples, per person: $1,104.65 monthly ($13,255.80 annually)
Summary of Maximum Monthly Benefits
| Benefit Programs | Single | Qualified Couple | |
|---|---|---|---|
| per person | couple | ||
| OAS – Old Age Security | 537.97 | 537.97 | 1,075.94 |
| GIS – Guaranteed Income Supplement | 729.44 | 483.68 | 967.36 |
| GAINS – Guaranteed Annual Income System | 83.00 | 83.00 | 166.00 |
|
Total
|
1,350.41 | 1,104.65 | 2,209.30 |
If you require other information about GAINS, please call the Ministry of Revenue at:
- Toll-free: 1 866 668-8297
- Teletypewriter (TTY): 1 800 263-7776