If he or she continues to meet the eligibility criteria, the allowance stops the month after the survivor turns 65. At that point, he or she may be eligible for Old Age Security (OAS) and the Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS).
How long do you receive CPP survivor benefits last?
You cannot receive more than one CPP survivor benefit. If you have been widowed more than once, your benefit will be based upon the scenario that will pay you the highest benefit amount. Even if you re-marry or live common-law, you still get to keep your survivor pension. It's yours until the day you die.
What is the maximum CPP survivor benefit for 2022?
You will receive 60% of the contributor's retirement pension, if you are not receiving other CPP benefits.