Make your support for OAS reform visible today

You've already raised your voice in support of responsible, modern, and fair reforms to OAS. The next step is to make sure Ottawa knows you stand behind this change.

Strong movements don’t stay quiet — they are visible.

You can make your support for updating OAS visible by sharing a sentence or two about why it matters to you, along with a photo.

Together, we can put real faces and voices behind the polling and petition numbers — making it clear that seniors are stepping forward and speaking up for change.

We’ll use your words and photo in our outreach — online and in person — to show that this support is real. Including a photo helps ensure your voice is seen as genuine and personal, something that matters today more than ever.

It's a small step, but one that reminds political leaders Canadians are ready and waiting for them to deliver the changes we want.

Not sure what to say? Check out the "Writing Tips" tab for some ideas on where to start, and then put them in your own words.

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Tell us why OAS reform matters to you — in your own words

Thanks for taking the next step in supporting OAS reform by sharing a quote and a photo. If you're wondering where to start, consider writing about:

Why improving OAS matters to you
What feels unfair about the current system
Why it’s important to better support seniors in need
How this change could help younger generations

You can start with phrases like “I believe…”, “As a retiree…”, or “It doesn’t make sense that…”

Even one sentence is enough. The strongest quotes are simple — no need to get it perfect. Your voice will make a difference!

Here are a few ideas that could help you get started!

Personal leadership

As a retiree, I’m comfortable receiving a bit less from OAS if it helps ensure other seniors aren’t left behind.

I am willing to take less from OAS to invest more in the things that matter for my kids and grandchildren, like affordable homes, child care, and education.

Generational solidarity

It’s time to reduce OAS subsidies for financially secure retirees, so we can eliminate seniors’ poverty and make life more affordable for young and working people.

By reforming OAS, we can strengthen support for seniors who need it, while also helping younger Canadians who are struggling with the cost of living.

It doesn’t make sense that families with kids lose support at much lower incomes than retirees, especially when seniors are less likely to be in poverty and generally better off financially.

Using public dollars wisely

It doesn’t make sense to send $18,000 a year to retired couples with six-figure incomes when others can’t afford the basics.

We should spend public dollars in ways that help the most. That means making sure cash subsidies like OAS reach those who need them — not those with six-figure incomes.

Old Age Security should be based on need, not age. That’s how we make better use of public dollars and improve affordability for Canadians of all ages.

Win-Win

We can lift all seniors out of poverty and make life more affordable for our kids and grandkids by making OAS responsible, modern, and fair. It’s a win-win.

You’re not alone

Most Canadians — including most seniors — support updating OAS. I’m one of them. It’s time for Ottawa to deliver the change we’re asking for.

Generational change

Responsible changes to OAS will unlock the biggest improvement to affordability in a generation. I’m proud to stand with others in calling on Ottawa to deliver this legacy.

What People Are Saying

“Updating OAS matters to me to ensure Canada meets the needs of impoverished senior citizens, and as a matter of intergenerational equity.”

Hilary Johnston

Ottawa, ON

““Please consider adopting Generation Squeeze’s proposed change to the threshold for receiving OAS be lowered to $100,000 combined annual income for a senior couple. I support this completely and the monetary benefits to needy Canadians, that would result.””

Ellen Reinhart

Guelph, ON

“Too many are falling short while others who are secure recieve money. Time to level the playing field”

Lesle-ann Hine

Ormstown, QC

“It doesn’t make sense that high income retirees receive OAS when it is not financially needed by them while youth, poorer retirees need more financial help. This recommendation will help lower the huge gap between rich and poor and make our country more balanced, compassionate and generous.”

Ramona Scott

Duncan, BC

“Driven by our love for our children and future generations, let’s put them front and centre, always. In our policies, our programs, how and what we choose to fund and how we measure what matters. Thank you dear fellow advocates for the light you shine on this and the platform you provide for us to share our vision for the future.”

Megan Misovic

Sidney, BC

“Please make OAS payments more equitable for the elderly poor.”

Barbara Andersen

Cochrane, ON

“Please consider adopting Generation Squeeze’s proposed change to the threshold for receiving OAS be lowered to $100,000 combined annual income for a senior couple. I support this completely and the monetary benefits to needy Canadians, that would result.”

James Noble

Armstrong, BC

“Old Age Security should be based on need, not strictly age alone. Many families need this security and it doesn’t make sense that they lose this support at a lower income level than many seniors do. This is an opportunity to make life more affordable for younger generations without harming seniors who are well off.”

Julia Barringer

Okotoks, AB

“Reducing OAS for financially secure seniors leaves more funds for the seniors and young families who really need it. I am 34 years old, live in a two-income household (no kids) in Sherbrooke, QC, a place with more “affordable” housing than larger centres, and I have given up on home ownership. The rising cost of living and no income increases makes my generation behind in things this country cares about: having children, buying property and making investments, spending money at local businesses and tourism. Please do the right thing and start investing in the future of Canada.”

Kelly Gillis

“OAS must be reformed including raising the qualification age to recognize current realities.”

Richard Patterson

Wasaga Beach, ON

“This initiative makes so much sense, I mean really, its a no brainer.”

Randy Pistawka

Okotoks, AB

“Generation Squeeze’s OAS reform ideas make a lot of sense. Financially secure households like mine should not be receiving this benefit. This is an irresponsible allocation of taxpayer dollars. There are so many other needy causes these funds should be used for. Stop pandering to the baby boomer vote. Do the right thing. Reform OAS so it serves those in need and releases funds for more urgent causes.”

Pat Mccutcheon

Surrey, BC

Pat Mccutcheon

Surrey, BC

“I fully support OAS reform as it will be benefit individuals who need it today and for future generations as well. There are many seniors struggling to get by in today’s economy. Seniors are doing their best to survive, however experiencing homelessness, food insecurities and health issues are becoming overwhelming for some. Those with incomes over $100,000.00 and receiving OAS don’t need the money, it needs to go to those who are in dire need. Reforming OAS today will benefit our youth for tomorrow as well, they too are struggling.”

Rosemary Benak

Vancouver, BC

“OAS is not necessary for prosperous couples.”

Geoffrey Dougherty

Montreal, QC

“I am 81 years old and agree with the Generation Squeeze approach to Pension Reform for the fairness of balancing needed income from excess income.”

Robert Needham

Kamloops, BC

“Our younger generations, my grandchildren, deserve better from we the elders. More OAS should also go to those elders who need it; not those of us who have other pensions and investments,”

Murray Lumley

Toronto, ON

“The present economic and tariff situation we all need to sacrifice for the betterment of all Canadians. We seniors should take the lead.”

Harbans Kandola

Burnaby, BC

“A no brainer. very frustrating as a millenial to learn about this additional government pressure against us”

Lachlan Stewart

Vancouver, BC

“It is time to reform the OAS. Affluent seniors do not need the amounts they are getting. Seniors who are struggling financially need help, and most importantly our young people need supporting financially. Reforming the OAS is urgently needed.”

Ana Harland

West Vancouver, BC

“OAS needs to be reconsidered. Those with six figure incomes should not be eligible for this while others are struggling to put food on the table and keep a roof over their heads. Please use some common sense in considering this.”

Ida Gibson

Feversham, ON