Question Period Notes
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Reforming and recalibrating the International Student Program to be sustainable and effective after years of rapid growth.
Measures and data for temporary workers
Canada is experiencing shifting trends in asylum claims, with overall volumes decreasing. The Government continues to monitor these developments, including the impact of the expanded Safe Third Country Agreement with the United States, while ensuring protection for those in need.
Old Age Security (OAS), Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and Canada Pension Plan – Disability (CPP-D) overpayments under $2 collection. Between 2024 and 2026, 3,491 letters across OAS, CPP and CPP-D were issued following updates received from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), which triggered recalculations of benefit entitlements.
These letters informed clients of adjustments to their benefits and, where applicable, outlined repayment options when a recalculation resulted in an overpayment.
Under the Financial Administration Act (FAA) and Low-Value Amounts Regulations, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) has the authority to write off very small overpayments, with a threshold of $0.99 for CPP and OAS programs.
Client notification is a required part of program administration, ensuring individuals are informed of changes to their entitlements and are aware of their right to request reconsideration.
This information reflects routine program operations, as confirmed through publicly released data under Access to Information.