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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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Netanyahu’s Stern Warning to Iran Amid Escalating Tensions in Lebanon


                                              

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a stark warning to Iran on Monday, emphasizing Israel’s capability to strike its enemies anywhere. This declaration comes in the wake of intensified Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon, which have targeted Hezbollah strongholds and resulted in significant casualties.

Netanyahu’s message, delivered via a videotaped address, was directed at the Iranian government rather than its people. He underscored that Israel’s military actions are a response to threats posed by Hezbollah, a group backed by Tehran. The recent airstrikes, including one that leveled an apartment building in central Beirut, have heightened regional tensions.

The Israeli Prime Minister’s warning highlights the ongoing volatility in the Middle East, with potential implications for broader geopolitical stability. As Israel continues its military operations, the international community watches closely, concerned about the possibility of further escalation.


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