Really unfortunate that the low income earners may be impacted hard by the strike.
https://calgaryherald.com/news/local...ians-newcomers
“Filing taxes is required to access many federal and provincial programs such as carbon tax and GST rebates, income supports and the Alberta Affordability program. According to Vibrant Communities Calgary, up to 40 per cent of income for families living on social assistance is received through benefits accessed through tax returns.
Reid said many low-income families rely on benefits just to pay bills or make rent, and even a one-month interruption could have a major effect. The MNP Consumer Debt Index shows 47 per cent of Alberta households are within $200 of not being able to meet financial obligations each month.”