Proponents from all points on the ideological spectrum posit a basic income as the answer to many different problems, whether in income security benefit programs or the labour market. Virtually everyone, however, sees basic income…
The provincial government is moving forward on creating a basic income pilot program.What is a “basic income”? And what could it mean for people on social assistance? Join us for a webinar that explores some…
The provincial government increased Ontario Works (OW) and Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) rates in the 2016 Ontario Budget. As in past years, we’ve created a rates sheet to give people an idea of what…
Two recent announcements from the Ministry of Community and Social Services will be positive for people with children who receive Ontario Works and ODSP benefits. Parents to keep full amount of child support payments As…
The government of Canada has made a number of significant investments in improvements to federal income security programs in Budget 2016. After ten years of erosion of government’s commitment in these areas, Budget 2016 reverses…
Ontario’s 2016 Budget makes some significant commitments to social assistance reform as well as changes in other areas that will impact low-income Ontarians, including those on Ontario Works (OW) and the Ontario Disability Support Program…
As we reported last month, the government recently announced that it had reconsidered its plans to eliminate the $100 ODSP Work-Related Benefit, and six other employment benefits in OW and ODSP, and replace them with…
If you’re not one of the 3.6 million Canadians who voted in the advance polls, you may still be wondering who to vote for. We’ve compiled a list of quick facts on key issues as…
The 2015 Ontario Budget included an increase in Ontario Works (OW) and Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) rates. Our new rates sheet shows the current and new Basic Needs and Maximum Shelter amounts for different…
Ontario’s 2015 Budget provides very little assistance to people relying on the low incomes provided by the province’s two social assistance programs, Ontario Works (OW) and the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP). “For most people…
If you get benefits from the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP), you may get a letter that your disability status is being reviewed. We have updated our to provide more information about what you should…
Court decision confirms collection of overpayments can be waived Version française plus bas. A recent court decision means that people receiving OW or ODSP can ask to have collection of part or all of their…