Survivor Benefits

Discussion of social changes within the traditional family structure thatare prompting changes to aspects of the Canada Pension Plan dealing withsurvivorbenefits for widows. Explores the extent to which changes in the family'ssubsistence is generally based on the gainful employment of both spouses andon the pension protection accumulated by both. Outlines financialdifficulties that may be experienced by surviving spouses of all ages, regardless of the presence of children and or disability, and adjustmentsrequired with the presence of children. Also discusses how orphans are notalways supported by the person receiving a surviving spouse benefit. Makesproposals and an implementation plan.