CHFS 2216 Lecture : Poverty.docx

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2 things to consider each week when reading: Evaluate our level of commitment in particular areas using standards. Assess what the author"s take is on our level of commitment in that area. We have an expanding commitment to poverty (not only symbolic) in canada. Article 2: discrimination (cannot be based on any grounds (i. e. race, religion, age, gender, etc. ) Article 3: the best interest of children (this shall be a primary consideration) Article 4: economic, social and cultural rights. Article 6: survival and development of the child. Article 19: protection from physical or mental violence. Article 27: standard of living (including physical, mental, spiritual, moral and social development) Qc: battle p. 23 & 24 (also look at stats can. Long-term view as opposed to short-term view. 14%-15% in poverty consistently over the years. Canada"s commitments are not particularly generous in welfare state on the world stage. Where we are generous are child benefits. Rank well in health care (universal health care)

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