The $50,000 is an eligibility parameter. It's a policy decision we can't change. That's the parameter to use as we assess applicants coming to the program. However, there are a lot of other tools that Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada works with directly or with the provinces to try to address the issues you mentioned. A number of BSE programs, income stabilization programs, and other programs help address issues for those individuals.
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