Thank you, sir. EI payments can be garnisheed under a piece of federal legislation called the Family Orders Enforcement and Assistance Act. However, income assistance in the Northwest Territories cannot be garnisheed.
Ms. Shaner on Bill 5 An Act To Amend The Maintenance Orders Enforcement Act
In the Legislative Assembly on June 18th, 2008. See this statement in context.
Bill 5 An Act To Amend The Maintenance Orders Enforcement Act
Consideration in Committee of the Whole of Bills and Other Matters
June 17th, 2008
Shaner
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