Introduction to Income, Prosperity & Poverty
Economic development in a region needs to be enjoyed by all of its citizens. Regional development involves creating a place [...]
Income and Earnings
Niagara had the lowest median, after tax employment income in all of Ontario at $23,396 in 2005. In 2005, in [...]
The Low Income Cut-Offs (LICO) Poverty Measure
The Low Income Cut-Off (LICO) is a measure based on total income before or after tax and is expressed as [...]
The Gap Between the Rich and the Poor and for Different Groups
The gap between the rich and the poor is widening in Niagara, as in all parts of Canada. According to [...]
Introduction to Housing and Shelter
The availability of affordable, safe and appropriate housing and shelter in a community has an impact on creating a healthy [...]
Spending Over 30% of Income on Housing
Whether buying a house or renting an apartment, spending more than 30% of one’s income on housing creates financial difficulties. [...]