Myth vs Fact: Poverty in Canada
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The facts on poverty can easily be confused with the myths. Learn the difference between them below.
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Poverty MYTH #1:
Poverty is the fault of the person.
Poverty FACT #1:
People experience poverty for many reasons such as a lost job, health issues or injury. Many are beyond their control.
Poverty MYTH #2:
Those who are poor should just get a job.
Poverty FACT #2:
1 in 6 workers earn wages that fall below the poverty line.
Poverty MYTH #3:
Nothing has changed.
Poverty FACT #3:
Since 2015, over 650,000 Canadians have been lifted from poverty.
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