Debates of June 5, 2006 (day 5)

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, earlier in this year the Conservative government initiated through discussion about $100 per month per child…National Childcare Allowance Program. As a parent with two little monsters, any extra money is certainly welcome. But the fact is, I’m not here to advocate the system that they’ve sort of instituted because the bottom line is their $100 a month pays for three days and what about the other 17? But, Mr. Speaker, my questions here today are for the Minister of Education, Culture and Employment from the income support point of view. With that said, Mr. Speaker, what will the policy be with respect to this money that these parents will be receiving, such as the $100 per month per child? Will it be clawed back if you’re on income support? Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

Thank you, Mr. Hawkins. The honourable Minister responsible for Education, Culture and Employment, Mr. Dent.

Return To Question 59-15(5): Status Of Universal Childcare Benefit

Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I’ve sent a letter to all Members already advising that this money will not be considered income under the Income Support Program.

Good government.

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