Survivors and dependants of the public service pension plan

Becoming a survivor

Learn about the types of pension benefits available, who may be eligible, and how to apply for the benefits.

Living outside of Canada

Find out if your pension benefits are affected if you live outside of Canada.

Remarrying or taking a new common-law partner

Find out if your pension benefits are affected if you have a new spouse or common-law partner.

Death of a survivor

As the survivor of a public service pension plan member, review what happens to your pension benefits after your death.

Pension calendar of events

Access information about your pension payments.

Indexing rate

Information on the most current indexing rate used to calculate annual pension increases.

Compensation for damages caused by Phoenix

Former employees and estates of deceased employees can request compensation for damages caused by the Phoenix pay system.

Survivor benefits – Pension

Learn about the benefits that are available to eligible survivors and children in the event of a plan member's death.

Your public service pension—Benefits for survivors

Details about survivor’s pension payment, annual increases to help offset rises in the cost of living, and other important pension topics.

Allowances for dependent children of a deceased public service employee or pensioner

Information regarding student allowances for dependent children of deceased public service employee or pensioner.

Proof of death

Type of information required when a plan member or former plan member deceases and situations where a proof of death is required.