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Support the Report! Help make a breakthrough on poverty in Canada.

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Dear Dignity for All supporter,

An all party committee of parliament has just put forward a report that could change the face of poverty in Canada.

The report calls for the federal government to immediately commit to a federal action plan to reduce poverty in Canada.

Poverty Elimination Bill Introduced!

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On Thursday, June 17, NDP MP Tony Martin tabled private member’s Bill C-545, An Act to Eliminate Poverty in Canada. Not only does this bill speak to a tremendous need in this country, it also reflects significant civil society consultation and multi-party collaboration. Congratulations to Mr. Martin, and thanks to MPs Mike Savage (Liberal) and Yves Lessard (Bloc) for their support of this legislative initiative.

Urgent Pressure Needed for Passage of Affordable Housing Bill

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Bill C-304, “An Act to ensure secure, adequate, accessible and affordable housing for Canadians,” will soon be before the House of Commons.

The Dish on Dignity - February 1 in Ottawa

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Thank you once again for your endorsement of the Dignity for All Campaign. As of January 18, the campaign has been endorsed by 274 groups and nearly 5,000 individuals (we're working hard to get all of the names up on the website!).

Senate Sub-Committee Releases Groundbreaking Report

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On Tuesday, December 8, 2009, the Standing Senate Committee on Social Affairs, Science and Technology’s Subcommittee on Cities released, In From the Margins: A Call to Action on Poverty, Housing and Homelessness.