Short Answers

Question 1

____________ program is for everyone in a specific category (such as over 65) on the same terms as a right of citizenship.
____________ program targets benefits at those who are in need or eligible, based on a means test (income test) or needs test.

Answer 1

Universal ; Selective

Question 2

What is a Welfare Wall? What can be done to help people who are having to rely on income support and social services.

Answer 2

Disincentives that hinder the move from welfare to work because of the financial and other supports that are lost when families accept employment. High daycare costs, transportation etc..
- Can help with Child tax benefits, working income supplement, daycare subsidy

Question 3

What are some of the biggest barriers that prevent recent newcomers from finding/keeping suitable jobs in Canada?

Answer 3

• Language and Culture
• Age and Gender
• Racism
• Exclusion and discrimination
• Skills and training

Question 4

Why is Aboriginal Self-Government such an important idea for promoting social welfare of Aboriginal People?

Answer 4

Aboriginal people had their own established political system, they were self-governing. It is a key building block for strengthening and supporting the Aboriginal Government. It makes them second class citizens by treaties, policies, and acts placed on them. It is the natural response to 100’s of years of oppression.

Question 5

What is the spouse-in-the-house rule? How is it interpreted? What might be wrong with it?

Answer 5

• A person will be ineligible for welfare if there is evidence of a person of the opposite sex living int eh house.
• Could be a roommate, sibling, child
• The definition of ‘spouse’ is unconstitutional because it is overly broad and discriminates against individuals collecting Social Assistance.