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OAS Just Got Its Biggest Raise of 2026: What 1.4% Actually Pays

  Canadian Money Brief • Published October 2, 2026 Old Age Security is going up 1.4% for the October-to-December quarter, the biggest of the four quarterly adjustments in 2026. For a senior on the maximum pension, that works out to $10.53 more a month . Whether that feels like a raise or just a catch-up depends on a number most headlines skip: how much prices have risen over the past year. +$10.53 a month Maximum OAS for ages 65 to 74 goes from $751.97 to $762.50. That is about $126 more over a year, and it starts with the Oct. 28 deposit. What actually changes on October 28 The new rate applies to the Oct. 28 payment and the two after it (Nov. 26 and Dec. 22). Nothing needs to be filed. It applies to OAS, the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) and the Allowances automatically. Maximum monthly amount Jul–Sep 2026 Oct–Dec 2026 Change OAS, ages 65 to 74 $751.97 $762.50 +$10.53 OAS, age 75 and over $827.17 $838.75 +$11.58 GIS, single senior (approx.) $1,123.17 about $1,138.89 about +$...
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McDonald’s System Outages Reported Worldwide

 


McDonald’s, the global fast-food giant, faced widespread system outages on Friday, causing disruptions at many of its outlets across the world. The technical glitches led to temporary closures of some restaurants and prompted a flurry of complaints on social media platforms.

Reports of system outages spanned multiple countries, affecting operations in Japan, Thailand, and other regions. The company attributed the disruptions to a “technology outage.”  McDonald’s assured customers that they were actively working to fix the issues.

The chain clarified that the problems were unrelated to any cybersecurity incidents. Customers faced inconvenience due to restaurant closures and service interruptions. Social media platforms buzzed with complaints from patrons who encountered difficulties during their visits.

McDonald’s expressed regret for the inconvenience caused and assured customers that they were diligently addressing the technical hiccups.  The company’s teams worldwide were collaborating to restore normal operations swiftly.

While the system outages disrupted McDonald’s usual operations, the chain remains committed to resolving the issues promptly. As they work behind the scenes to fix the technology glitches, customers can expect a smoother experience in the near future.

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