Low Income
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These are the Canadians with ‘consistent low income,’ new data showsThe study used data from the 2016 Canadian census to evaluate what population groups were most impacted by low-income measure after tax.EconomyFeb 4
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Nova Scotia won’t buy air conditioners for low-income people with health issuesA Nova Scotia woman on income assistance who succeeded in forcing the province to pay for her air conditioner says she's sad other low-income people won't get the same relief.CanadaJun 25, 2025
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Manitoban JC Haney’s path from mental health struggle to nonprofit leadershipManitoban JC Haney has struggled with mental health for years and after realizing how hard it was to get the help he needed, he started a non profit to help others struggling.HealthOct 19, 2023
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Hamilton food bank partners seeking $1.25M as annual donations drop rapidlyHamilton Food Share and 16 hunger-relief partners are seeking some $1.25 million in annual funding from the city to purchase bulk food and ensure they meet community demand.CanadaSep 21, 2023
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Future of vendors uncertain as clock ticks down on Vancouver’s DTES MarketThe controversial market, which supporters say provides vulnerable people with critical income, is being forced to move at the end of the month, but doesn't have a new home yet.CanadaAug 11, 2023
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Hamilton food banks report 40% increase in visits year over yearThe agency that provides for Hamilton's food banks said more people are using the services year over year with many coming two or three times every 30 days.CanadaJul 13, 2023
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Single parents can save money with new K-Days ticket packK-Days said that with 16 per cent of families headed by single parents, it is this year introducing a package deal that covers one adult plus two youth. K-Days runs July 21-30.EntertainmentJun 28, 2023
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‘Own their smiles:’ MLHU opens low-income dental office in Strathroy, Ont.Located in The Shops of Sydenham, the new clinic will provide services for free to low-income seniors and to children under the age of 17 who come from low-income families.HealthJun 26, 2023
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Edmonton grant offers property tax break for non-profits’ affordable housing propertiesThe City of Edmonton announced a new affordable housing grant available for non-profits that exempts them from paying property tax on their affordable housing properties.EconomyMay 11, 2023
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Federally backed initiative to support thousands of Manitobans with housing benefitsA joint initiative by the provincial and federal governments aims to support thousands of vulnerable Manitobans through rent and housing benefitsCanadaMay 9, 2023
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