NEW Financial Hardship Assistance Policy

FINANCIAL HARDSHIP ASSISTANCE POLICY

This policy applies to Individual members who are experiencing difficulties due to Financial
Hardship.  The purpose of this Policy is to:

1.   Enable   a   member   who   is   responsible   for   the   payment   of   non- discretionary   
household   expenses,   and   is   experiencing   financial hardship, to make an application for 
assistance up to $1000 for help relating to eligible expenses.

2.   To  provide  financial  assistance  when  Financial  Hardship  makes  it difficult to meet 
basic needs.

3.   Ensure  all  Akisqnuk  First  Nation  members  are  treated  fairly  and consistently  with  
respect  and  compassion  when  considering  their circumstances in recognizing financial hardship.