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site is now up-to-date and I should be able to post my column weekly again.
The 'living wage' idea poses more questions than it answers.
Apparently the proposed non-compulsory hourly wage of $18.40 is
based on the needs of a family with two children, with one full-time
and one part-time worker.
But someone with dependent children who is currently earning less
than the living wage will almost certainly be receiving Working For
Families assistance. As well, someone without children might be
receiving accommodation supplement which helps with rent, board or a
mortgage.
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