Thank you, Mr. Speaker. My understanding is that the GNWT may have some programs for someone with a disability. It's very minimal. It's about $300 a month extra on top of normal income support. But one cannot get that, as they go through the federal process first and make sure they don't qualify for the federal process. The problem is these take a long time. They could take three or four months. For someone who doesn't have work, they have no money, the government does not allow any transition amount between while you're waiting. Could the Minister revisit that issue? Thank you.
Sandy Lee on Question 557-15(3): Income Support For Disabled Persons
In the Legislative Assembly on March 7th, 2005. See this statement in context.
Supplementary To Question 557-15(3): Income Support For Disabled Persons
Question 557-15(3): Income Support For Disabled Persons
Item 6: Oral Questions
March 6th, 2005
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