In light of what Mr. Prud’homme just said, let me add that people receiving old age security and the guaranteed income supplement are struggling to pay for their medication and cover their grocery bill at the end of the month. Some have even told me that, when they get to the checkout, they would remove items from their grocery basket. They also don't have the means to pay for dental hygiene appointments. They have to pay increasingly high bills for rent, communications and support materials, among other things. Those are all important goods and services that guaranteed income supplement claimants cannot afford, as they have an annual income of $18,500. Everything becomes a luxury for them.
On June 3rd, 2021. See this statement in context.