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Alberta Seniors Benefit
A monthly payment for lower-income Alberta seniors who receive Old Age Security, on top of federal OAS and GIS.
Estimated value
Up to about $322/month for a single senior (varies by living situation)
Apply for this first â it unlocks other benefits: Old Age Security
Who qualifies
- You must be 65+, have lived in Alberta 3+ months, be a citizen or PR, and receive the Old Age Security pension.
How to apply
- 1
Apply once, near age 65
Submit the Seniors Financial Assistance application. Once approved, it renews automatically from your tax information.
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Documents you will need
- Filed tax return
- Banking information
How often it is paid
Monthly
Good to know
- Apply once through Seniors Financial Assistance â after that it renews from your tax return each year.
Often applied for together
Last verified: August 31, 2026