[nagdu] N.S. bumps guide-dog allowance for those on social assistance

[Criminal Justice Major]

Sent: Thursday, April 19, 2012 4:37 AM
Subject: N.S. bumps guide-dog allowance for those on social assistance
N.S. bumps guide-dog allowance for those on social assistance
April 18, 2012 - 2:10pm 
BY THE CANADIAN PRESS 
People on social assistance in Nova Scotia who rely on a guide dog will receive more money to help care for the animals.
The province's Community Services Department says the monthly guide dog allowance will go up to $90 from $60 as of May 1. 
About 15 people receive the allowance, which will include an additional $300 per year to cover routine veterinary exams and care. 
The department says it decided an increase was necessary after consulting with the Canadian National Institute for the Blind. 
Source:
http://thechronicleherald.ca/novascotia/87943-ns-bumps-guide-dog-allowance-for-those-on-social-assistance