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Social assistance recipients can’t wait any longer. It’s time to double the rates.
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.
Updates
On Thursday, March 23, following Finance Minister Bethlenfalvy’s Speech from the Throne, the Provincial 2023-2024 Budget was introduced. Released shortly after the three-year anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Budget contained few provisions to support…
ISAC is profoundly disappointed that the Ontario Government plans to end a vital program that provides OHIP coverage to uninsured people living in Ontario. This program successfully improves health outcomes and reduces financial hardship for…
We have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to improve life for people with disabilities who live in poverty. In 30 minutes or less, you can change the future right now. Your 3-Step Checklist: Taking action to strengthen…
On December 16, 2021, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau promised regularization of undocumented people and permanent resident status for migrant workers and international students. This announcement was the result of sustained organizing by migrants. However, to…
In a typical year, provincial budget season lasts from January to early Spring, and includes pre-budget and budget submission periods, meetings, and hearings. On February 13, 2023, ISAC’s Senior Policy Analyst, Devorah Kobluk, spoke at…
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Live in Waterloo Region and want to support the @HealthForAllNow campaign? Come to this emergency virtual action tomorrow - Thursday March 30, 12-1 pm, for a local virtual rally! Register at http://bit.ly/3LVS5Cx #healthcare4all
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The federal budget includes ‘grocery rebate’ but drops its rental benefit...
Today: Ontario lawyer Shalini Konanur, Hansel Igbavboa of @FoodShareTO, and you.
Call: 1-888-817-8995
https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/federal-budget-grocery-rebate-1.6791865
REMINDER: @CLEOConnect webinar on challenging #CERB and #CRB overpayment notices is happening next Tues, April 4. Learn about options for challenging or appealing a notice, financial hardship, and requesting a repayment plan from the CRA. Register now! http://ow.ly/8hOA50NqkUR
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