Policy Changes need Survivor Responses

The Ontario government “For The People” has promised jobs rather than increasing social assistance. The government will change the definition of disability to the federal standard, which will restrict access to ODSP for new applicants and will leave many of us poorer and more vulnerable.

Rent control will be removed on new units built after November 15th, 2018. The government believes this will increase rental buildings.Lisa McLeod wearing a red jacket. Speaking at a podium with a sign: For the People.

Sometimes we may not even believe it ourselves, but we are People. We are part of  “The People”.  People with ideas, humour, and rights.

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There is a great cartoon inside about how:  “Desperate People Make Ideal Workers and Distracted Citizens”

Let’s pay attention and use our desperation and vulnerability to make a difference!

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