Again, Mr. Chair, through you, I would like to reiterate the fact that all the benefits that the Government of Canada has put forward, particularly old security and guaranteed income supplement, are indexed to inflation. They actually increase with the cost of living quarterly, every few months.
As you also know, Mr. Chair, when we returned last fall, one of the first things we as a government put forward was support targeted to Canadians who need it the most. That's why we doubled the GST credit, which puts on average an additional $225 in the pockets of Canadian seniors. We've also delivered a $500 one-time top-up to the Canada housing benefit for low-income renters. I've spoken to many seniors in my own community who have benefited from that.
We've also launched, Mr. Chair, an affordable—$20 per month—high-speed Internet plan for low-income seniors who are on the guaranteed income supplement.
I'm sure I'll get to a point where I'll be able to answer a question in full and to talk about all the measures that we have put forward to make sure seniors, regardless of where they live in the country, have the supports they need for financial security. Strengthening their financial security has been a priority for us, and we're going to make sure we deliver for them.
Thank you, Mr. Chair.