Child Poverty Decreases in N.S., Many Still at Risk

A report by the Nova Scotia office of the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives warns that without significant government intervention, child poverty in the province will persist, affecting over 40,000 children. The report highlights a 4.6% decrease in poverty but reveals that many families still fall far below the poverty line, with inadequate income support exacerbating food and housing insecurity. It calls for a comprehensive poverty elimination plan, increased income assistance, and better monitoring of progress. Currently, Nova Scotia’s social protection spending is the lowest in Canada, hampering efforts to address these issues effectively.