June 2008 Newsletter
| Reporting Back |
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| What's New in the News? |
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| New Resources from the Poverty Reduction Coalition |
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What's New in the News?
AISH benefits increase…again!
In late-January we received great news from the provincial government. AISH benefits were to be increased for the second time in less than a year! For the news release, click here.
Census data released
On May 1, Statistics Canada released their 2006 Census data on earnings and income. For a summary of that information, click here.
Poverty Reduction Coalition member receives Order of Canada Award
On April 11th, Governor General Michaelle Jean presented Dr. Tom Noseworthy with the Order of Canada for his work in health care during a ceremony at Ottawa's Rideau Hall. Dr. Noseworthy is a University of Calgary professor, physician and Poverty Reduction Coalition steering committee member.
As a critical care physician graduating with a master's degree in public health from Harvard University in 1987, Dr. Noseworthy is now the Head of the Department of Community Health Sciences at the U of C's Faculty of Medicine.
"It's interesting how you just work hard quietly with perseverance, not asking for any recognition, yet people do notice. I'm very grateful," Dr. Noseworthy says.
The Order of Canada is this country’s highest civilian honour. It was created in 1967 during Canada's centennial year to recognize a lifetime of outstanding achievement, dedication to community and service to the nation.
Congratulations Tom!
Alberta communities to share $254 million for affordable housing and rent supplements
The provincial government has allocated $254 million to create more affordable housing units, and provide rent supplements for lower income Albertans; an increase of $42 million from 2007-2008. Last year, funding was available only to municipalities under certain criteria. This year, the process is open to all municipalities, non-profit groups and private industry to encourage broader partnerships and innovation. To learn more, click here.