Basically what it is, as you accumulate overtime over the fire season, it is taken at the back end of the system as opposed to it being paid as they accumulate it. That way, you can allow them eligibility for UIC. That's what causes some of the problems.
Jeannie Marie-Jewell on Bill 1: Appropriation Act, No. 2, 1995-96Committee Report 4-12(7): Report On The Review Of The 1995-96 Main Estimates
In the Legislative Assembly on March 6th, 1995. See this statement in context.
Bill 1: Appropriation Act, No. 2, 1995-96Committee Report 4-12(7): Report On The Review Of The 1995-96 Main Estimates
Item 19: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
March 5th, 1995
Page 484
Jeannie Marie-Jewell Thebacha
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