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Bill C-256 Not yet scheduled

An Act to amend certain Acts in relation to survivor pension benefits

This bill would change federal laws to improve pension benefits for the surviving spouses or partners of deceased federal employees, veterans, or retirees.

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Sponsor · Gord Johns

What it means for you

If your spouse or partner worked for the federal government or served in the military and passes away, you could receive better financial support through their pension.

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Its path through Parliament

First reading
Nov 2025
Second reading
Third reading
Senate
Royal Assent