Manitoba has earmarked $4.6 million for immediate financial support for low-income Manitobans with disabilities announced Premier Brian Pallister on Tuesday May 26, 2020.
The premier noted that more than 23,000 Manitobans receive monthly benefits under the disability category of Employment and Income Assistance. These Manitobans will each be receiving a $200 cheque in the mail in early June. This is a one-time payment and will not be considered taxable income.
“COVID-19 is creating new challenges and causing financial difficulties for some of our province’s most vulnerable people,” said Pallister. “Manitobans living with disabilities may be facing additional costs to adjust to the new realities of daily life during the pandemic. As we respond to these challenges together, our government is making an important investment to help address urgent needs.”
© News4.ca 2020
