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Child poverty is on the rise in Canada, putting over 1 million kids at risk of life-long negative effects
Friday, February 23rd, 2024
In addition to being a human rights issue, addressing child poverty makes economic sense. This is why addressing child poverty needs to remain a priority for all Canadians. Governments, employers and communities… can do this by: Adopting a national living wage policy…; Reducing food insecurity… through nationally available school food programs; Increasing school readiness by providing universal access to quality early childhood development programs across Canada.
Tags: economy, poverty, rights, standard of living, youth
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