The P.E.I. government is increasing social assistance rates by five per cent on March 1 to put more money in clients’ pockets to help with the rising cost of living. (Allison Dinner/The Associated Press) Prince Edward Island adults receiving social assistance benefits will get an extra $26 on their cheques next month.
The province is spending $27 million to increase social program rates by five per cent as of March 1, according to a news release issued Tuesday.
The government is also increasing all shelter ceilings, as well as the community living expense, the school age allowance, the personal care allowance […]
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