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Work and employment · PE
Prince Edward Island's assistance of last resort for basic needs — food, clothing, household and personal items, phone or internet, shelter and utilities — and, depending on need, childcare, transportation, medication, eyeglasses or a security deposit. You must live in the province and be 18 or older. The official policies set the monthly basic unit rate at $511 per adult, $388 per child aged 12-17 and $293 per child aged 0-11, plus actual rent up to the schedule's maxima ($525 for a room up to $1,317 for 5+ bedrooms).
Eligibility conditions
Reside in an eligible province (PE)
Be at least 18 years old
Net family income under $46,692
How to apply
Call the social assistance screening line to be booked for an intake appointment.
Bring the required documents to the appointment: identity, residency, income for the last 31 days, utility bills and proof of expenses.
Report all earned and unearned income; the Canada Child Benefit, child support, foster care payments and HST or income tax refunds are not counted.
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