Canadian Welfare System

Guyz - How does your minimum wage compare to the monthly welfare payment?

I forgot to answer your question. Sorry about that.

Right now it stands at $9.50 per hr but it will increase again in May of this year for most employees. Link: Link:http://www.labour.gov.bc.ca/esb/facshts/min-wage.htm

Keep in mind that there are probably more part time jobs than full time. My wife is a good example. 1 year ago she worked about 32 hrs per week. Today she's lucky to get 20. Fortunately we don't need her income in order to survive but I have had to make some adjustments to the amount and type of luxuries / toys I.. um.. we can afford.
 
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