Mahsi, Mr. Speaker. This particular area has seen some changes over time. We’ve increased the income threshold as well, household income, by $10,000. At the same time, through the transition period we’ve made some changes along the way with other programs as well. So we are receptive to making changes to our programming, overall programs that we have that are deliverable to the communities. This seniors home fuel subsidy is a very attractive subsidy program for seniors in the small communities especially. I would state in the House that this is an area we continue to look at with individuals who are looking after their grandma or grandparents or parents. We are fully aware of it, but as it stands, it’s based on the household income. We are looking further into it on how we can have some less impact on the seniors themselves.
Jackson Lafferty on Question 58-16(5): Application Of GNWT Policies On Seniors Residing With Extended Family
In the Legislative Assembly on March 23rd, 2010. See this statement in context.
Question 58-16(5): Application Of GNWT Policies On Seniors Residing With Extended Family
Oral Questions
March 22nd, 2010
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