Whereas Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) and Ontario Works (OW) rates are far below the poverty line and fail to meet the basic cost of living; and
Whereas inflation, rising housing costs, and increasing food prices have made life even more unaffordable for people relying on social assistance; and
Whereas persons with disabilities and people living in deep poverty deserve to live with dignity, respect, and financial security; and
Whereas increasing ODSP and OW rates would help reduce poverty, improve health outcomes, and support vulnerable Ontarians in living safe and fulfilling lives.
Therefore we, the undersigned, petition the Legislative Assembly of Ontario to:
Immediately double the rates for ODSP and OW and commit to future increases that reflect the actual cost of living and inflation.
Download and print the petition HERE and send completed petitions to: MPP Chris Glover, Unit A - 226 Bathurst St, Toronto, ON, M5T 2R9