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When did Canada implement Old Age Security?

  1. After World War II

  2. Before World War II

  3. During World War II

  4. In the 1970s

The correct answer is: Before World War II

Canada implemented Old Age Security before World War II for several reasons. The program was seen as a way to address the poverty and economic struggles faced by elderly Canadians during the Great Depression. It was also a reaction to the social welfare policies of other countries, such as the United Kingdom and United States. Implementing the program before the war allowed Canada to gain a competitive advantage and attract more workers to its labor force. Although Old Age Security was expanded in the 1970s, the initial implementation occurred before World War II. Therefore, options A, C, and D are incorrect as they suggest a later time period for the implementation of Old Age Security.