Prime Minister Stephen Harper: OAS

Retirement Income System Dept: On Monday, Harper revisited the issue and said the government would not cut the OAS, but would examine challenges facing the country's retirement income system, according to CBC. "The reality is that we aren t cutting programs for seniors." SPECIAL REPORT RRSP season: How to make the most of your investments What you need to know to start, build and protect your retirement nest egg The federal government has sought to assure Canadians that their pensions are secure after Prime Minister Stephen Harper suggested last week that there could be changes coming to Old Age Security benefits. "We will ensure our vital programs are sustainable in the long-term and for future generations," Harper said. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.