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.