Finances and Income
How to maximize retirement dollars and being an aware consumer contribute to a sucessful retirement. The following information will help with awareness of resources needed to stay financially secure and a smart shopper. This page lists what resources are available that deal with Financial matters.

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Bureau of Pensions Advocates
The Bureau of Pensions Advocates is a unique organization within Veterans Affairs Canada that provides free legal advice and services to people who want assistance in appealing departmental decisions associated with disability pension claims.
In Winnipeg contact: Bureau of Pensions Advocates, Box 6050, 610 - 234 Donald Street, Winnipeg MB R3C 4G5; Phone: 983-5598, Toll-free: 1-800-368-1594

Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre
The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC) has established itself as Canada's central fraud data repository. CAFC has become a trusted source for fraud data and for educational and prevention resource materials. The CAFC plays a crucial role in educating the public about specific fraudulent telemarketing pitches and in collecting and disseminating victim evidence, statistics and documentation, all of which are made available to law enforcement agencies.

CCRA- Information for Seniors
The Canada Customs and Revenue Agency (CCRA) is continually striving to deliver its programs and services efficiently and effectively. This page allows easy access to various topics or services relating to Canadian seniors.

Federal Financial Information - Seniors Canada Online
containing Federal information on: A Beginner's Guide to Canada's Public Pension System , Taxes, Insurance, and Programs and Services (Canada Pension Plan, Old Age Security, Guaranteed Income Security, etc.).

55 PLUS Program, a Manitoba Income Supplement
The 55 PLUS Program, a Manitoba Income Supplement , provides quarterly income supplements to lower-income Manitobans who are 55 years of age and over and whose incomes are within certain levels. From Manitoba Family Services.

Financial Benefits- Manitoba Seniors Guide 2005
information on how to: Apply for Benefits, Federal Income Security Programs, Canada Pension Plan (CPP), Other Federal Benefits, Provincial Income Security Programs, Tax Credits and Financial Counselling.

Manitoba Pension Commission
The main objective of the Pension Benefits Act is to safeguard employees' rights to benefits promised under private pension plans. Over the years, the rights of employees to obtain information have increased. There is now more protection for the spouse of a contributing member. In addition, employees who leave their jobs now have new options regarding transfers of their pension credits.

Manitoba Society of Seniors
mission is to represent Manitobans age 55 plus by promoting their needs and concerns and by presenting a positive image of older adults in the community.

Retire Web
packed with financial planning information for Canadians of all ages to help them with all stages of retirement: saving for retirement, options at retirement and post retirement.

Tax Information Slips
This online service from Social Development Canada allows you to view and print copies of your Old Age Security (OAS) and Canada Pension Plan (CPP) tax information slips. You can submit these copies with your Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) tax return.  Other E-Services include: Applications for Canada Pension and Employment Insurance, CPP Statement of Constributions, Retirement Income Calculator and more!