References: CBC – July 17, 2015 – New temporary foreign worker penalties concern some P.E.I. businesses: “Stiff new penalties for those who abuse the federal Temporary Foreign Workers Program are a concern for some in P.E.I. The changes were announced by the federal government last week. The strictest penalties include a lifetime ban from the […]
Allow and support diversity
Allow and support diversity in religion, family, relationships.
Enable safe, caring, protective communities
Government must strive to enable parents and children to live in safe, caring, protective communities.
No hunting or shooting on November 11th
Quiet all guns on November 11th – Remembrance Day – every year to show respect for veterans and the loss of life from guns in war. No hunting or shooting allowed.
Basic Income Guarantee Pilot Project
“All Islanders deserve to make a livable income.” References: http://leadersandlegacies.com/2016/05/30/liberals-ready-to-shake-up-canadas-social-policy-with-basic-income-guarantee/ Basic Income Canada Network – FAQs “A basic income guarantee (BIG) ensures everyone an income sufficient to meet basic needs and live with dignity, regardless of work status. First, it’s relatively simple. With the security of a regular, direct basic income, all Canadians are free […]
Increase Food Allowance Social Assistance Rates
Increase food allowance to 100% of real cost. (re)Implement food costing in PEI. Tie social assistance food allowance increases to inflation. References: UPEI and Food Security Network Food Costing Report – Nov 21, 2003 PEI Food Security Network – Working Group on Food Costing The Guardian Article – Food Cost Study “The study looked at […]
