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bongi 04-12-2007 10:08 AM

Minimum wage - can it pay your rent?
 
Hi there,
I was wondering what do you guys think; can you live on a minimum wage? Do you think someone can survive on a minimum wage? I certainly don't think so but I was curious to hear your thoughts on the subject.

Tnx

jojoba 04-20-2007 10:27 AM

Hi bongi,
Depends on where you live. If there are 2 adults in the household with minimum wage you can pay your rent but will get not much left for all the other expenses. Again it depends in which province you live and in which city. Also you don't pay taxes on minimum wage and may qualify for welfare. It is difficult to say.

srv 04-26-2007 10:44 AM

In my opinion you can't live on minimum wage. Maybe if you live in your mom's basement....

Tsveta 04-27-2007 10:53 AM

It is very subjective. How much do you spend per month....
In general I don't think you can survive on minimum wage. You need to have at least 2 jobs...

CanadianTwice 04-28-2007 12:38 AM

You would be working like and leading a boring life if you have to pay rent and where working for mini wage... If its less then 10$ dont I wouldnt waste my time.


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