My Widowed Life

My Widowed Life


Building a Support Network for Widows and Widowers: Government Support

August 09, 2023

In this episode, Palma speaks with Richard Dri, a wealth advisor for the widowed community, to discuss Government support for widows and widowers (varies by province).


Join Palma as she chats about:

  • Canada Pension Plan (CPP)
  • Old Age Security
  • CPP Death Benefit
  • CPP Children's Benefit
  • EI Compassionate Care
  • Provincial Social Assistance
  • Housing Assistance
  • Tax Credits and Deductions


Connect with Palma:

  • Mywidowedlife.com
  • Join the My Widowed Life Facebook Group
  • LinkedIn: Palma Polesel

Connect with Richard:

  • richard.dri@scotiawealth.com
  • LinkedIn: Richard Dri