Social assistance cuts likely to get worse

After campaigning on the tragicomical premise that deep budget cuts are possible without negative implications for everyday Ontarians, Premier Doug Ford brought his axe down on Ontario’s Basic Income Pilot and on social assistance, which encompasses Ontario Works for people who are able and willing to work, and the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) for those with disabilities that substantially restrict their ability to work or take part in community life.

It was only a matter of time. Having taken public sector layoffs off the table, the obvious target for deep cuts is the new Ministry of Children, Community and […]

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