Elizabeth: In what world is $200 a month enough for the Canada Disability Benefit?
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 Published On Apr 17, 2024

Elizabeth May, MP for Saanich--Gulf Islands: Thank you, Mr. Speaker. In line with the question just asked, we were all so shocked to see $200 a month, as if that would lift people in poverty living with disabilities- as if it could lift them out of poverty. In what world is $200 a month enough?

At the same time, the Red Dress Alert initiative gets $1.3 million over 3 years. Stolen sisters versus stolen cars. The cars get $47 million right away. Can the Prime Minister explain - is this fair? Is this just?

The Right Hon. Justin Trudeau, MP for Papineau: Mr. Speaker, this government has recognised for many years that Canadians living with disabilities are facing extreme challenges and disadvantages in our economy and communities. That's why we've stepped up regularly over the past years with initiatives to reduce barriers in Canada and to create a Canada Disability Benefit.

We are now moving forward with that at a cost of over $6 billion over the coming years to put hundreds of dollars a month, tax free, in the pockets of individuals with disabilities. The reality is that there is always more to do, but this will help.

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