Section 94A of the Constitution Act, 1867

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rdf:langString Section 94A of the Constitution Act, 1867 (French: article 94A de la Loi constitutionnelle de 1867) is a provision of the Constitution of Canada relating to old age pensions and supplemental benefits. It was originally added to the Constitution Act, 1867 in 1951, dealing with old age pensions. It was expanded by a further constitutional amendment in 1964 to include supplemental benefits, such as disability benefits and benefits for young survivors of pensioners. The Constitution Act, 1867 is the constitutional statute which established Canada. Originally named the British North America Act, 1867, the Act continues to be the foundational statute for the Constitution of Canada, although it has been amended many times since 1867. It is now recognised as part of the supreme law of Canada.