Thank you, Mr. Speaker. So we don't have a plan to develop a standalone program such as the Member is talking about. But we have been undertaking a review of the income assistance program, and in this budget, there is $5 million for some significant changes. So seniors can expect to get some more support in that area. As well, there's other avenues. There's Jordan's Principle, Inuit Child First Initiative, Canada Child Benefit, and things like that as well. Again health and social services does also provide support when it's needed. But we are taking significant steps in this government to better support our elders. Thank you.
R.J. Simpson on Question 1398-19(2): Support for Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
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Question 1398-19(2): Support for Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
Oral Questions
February 28th, 2023
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