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Government Benefits, Programs and Services in Canada

The pages below have links to information on services provided by the federal and provincial/territorial governments, for seniors, persons with disabilities, low-income, children, families, students and others.  Check these pages to find out how to get the Queen, Prime Minister or other dignitaries to send congratulatory messages for special birthdays or anniversaries.

You probably have to file a tax return to be eligible for many of these benefits, even if you have no tax to pay.

Canada

Alberta

British Columbia

Manitoba

New Brunswick

Newfoundland & Labrador

Northwest Territories

Nova Scotia

Nunavut

Ontario

Prince Edward Island

Quebec

Saskatchewan

Yukon

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Persons with Disabilities

Seniors

Students

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Revised: September 27, 2025