Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, these figures do not apply, of course, to the income support side, which are different areas. Mr. Speaker, the reason that there has been an income cutoff is to provide an incentive for individuals to go out and work. If the income is below that amount, then of course there is an opportunity for the government to say, well, we will reduce your rent accordingly. So if it works in reverse, in other words, if there is an income level established, then an individual can still earn up to that amount but have their rent reduced by approximately up to $250, Mr. Speaker. So it is an incentive. Thank you.
Jake Ootes on Question 144-14(6): Low Income Threshold In The Nwt
In the Legislative Assembly on March 4th, 2003. See this statement in context.
Further Return To Question 144-14(6): Low Income Threshold In The Nwt
Question 144-14(6): Low Income Threshold In The Nwt
Item 6: Oral Questions
March 3rd, 2003
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