Premier Ford: It’s time to raise the rates
We’re calling on Premier Ford to double social assistance rates in the August 2022 Budget, and over 230 social service providers and community organizations across Ontario have joined the call.
We advance the systemic interests and rights of low-income and equity-seeking communities and meaningfully support Indigenous Peoples and communities, with a focus on improving income security programs and ending low-wage precarious employment.
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Both ODSP and OW rates must be increased, say advocacy groups #DoubleTheRates #OnBudget https://www.lawtimesnews.com/news/general/ontario-government-asked-to-increase-social-assistance-rates/368910
"Whether in an era of full employment or in a future recessionary period, people should be able to live with dignity." Op-ed by @garimatk https://www.tvo.org/article/ontario-should-reinvest-its-savings-in-social-assistance-and-raise-benefits-now
"You can't budget on nothing." Heartbreaking to hear a caller say that her loved one who receives #ODSP and has spoken out about low ODSP rates feels like speaking out doesn't make any difference. We hear you and we're here pushing for change alongside you.