Bloc Québécois Threatens Government Over Pension Hike Showdown

The Bloc Québécois is pressuring the minority Liberal government to pass a bill that would increase Old Age Security (OAS) payments for seniors aged 65 to 74. Bloc Leader Yves-François Blanchet has warned that his party is prepared to bring down the government if the bill, which would cost $16 billion over five years, does not pass by October 29. The proposed pension hike has sparked a debate over generational fairness and the financial sustainability of such a measure. The Liberals now face a high-stakes decision that could lead to a snap election if they fail to secure enough support.