Pierre Poilievre at the Human Resources, Skills and Social Development and the Status of Persons with Disabilities Committee

On April 11th, 2017. See this statement in context.

April 11th, 2017 / 12:35 p.m.

Conservative

Pierre Poilievre Conservative Carleton, ON

Stats Canada says it is a measure of low income based on the cost of a specified basket of goods and services, representing a modest, basic standard of living.

Can you tell me if food, shelter, and transportation are included in the market basket needed for a basic standard of living?

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