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OAS Clawback 2026 Calculator

This OAS clawback calculator helps you estimate how much Old Age Security (OAS) may be reduced by the recovery tax based on your 2025 net income. Simply enter your age, income and OAS payment amount to see whether you are affected by the OAS security clawback and how much of your monthly benefit may be withheld.

Use this tool to understand your potential OAS clawback, calculate both monthly and annual recovery tax amounts, and see your net OAS payment after clawback. It provides a clear, quick way to assess how income levels impact OAS eligibility and helps you plan ahead for retirement cash flow.

OAS Clawback Calculator

Based on 2025 net income. OAS is clawed-back at 15% of the difference between your net income and the income threshold. OAS clawback typically applies to payments from July 2026 to June 2027.

Disclaimer: All information shown is illustrative and for general educational purposes only. Results are estimates and do not account for all variables. This information is not intended to be comprehensive investment, tax, financial, or legal advice, and should not be considered personal investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell investment products. Every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate; however, accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Tax rules and other factors change frequently, and past performance does not guarantee future results. Investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal. Hemisphere Capital Management Inc. accepts no responsibility for decisions made in reliance on this information. Please consult a portfolio manager before making any investment decisions. This information is intended for residents of Canada and may not apply in other jurisdictions.

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