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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For more information:

The Ministry of Housing and Social Development Info Line at:
1 866 866-0800