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September 22, 2008
Ministry of Social Development
Earnings Exemptions
- Earnings exemptions are available to individuals on income assistance who are not expected to become financially independent.
- On March 1, 2006, the earnings exemptions increased to $500 per month for Persons with Disabilities and Persons with Persistent Multiple Barriers.
- Earnings exemptions allow eligible income assistance clients to earn income (up to the monthly limit) in addition to full shelter and support assistance.
- These exemptions encourage eligible individuals who want to work and are able to work to maintain their skills, participate more fully in the workplace and have greater financial independence.
| Eligible Clients |
Earnings Exemption Amount |
| A single individual with Persons with Disabilities (PWD) |
$500 |
| A single individual with Persons with Persistent Multiple Barriers (PPMB) |
$500 |
| A family unit where both individuals have PWD designation |
$750 |
| A family unit where only one individual has PWD designation |
$500 |
| A single parent who cares for a child with a severe disability where the disability of the child precludes the caregiver from working outside the home for more than 30 hours a week. |
$300 |
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1 866 866-0800
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