Social Development

Government of New Brunswick

Income Type

A Wage (Income Type)

Earned income from full or part-time employment. Usually reported monthly, except in unusual circumstances. Applicant's wages are deducted from the Basic Household Rate (BHR) with no wage exemption applied. Client's wages are deducted from the BHR with the standard wage exemption applied. You may also need to select the appropriate Pay Type for the income source. Money received from this source is used in determining eligibility.

NOTE: Boarder income, babysitting and self-employed income are considered wages.

Required Documents for Regular Wages:

Cheque stubs stating date paid, period covered, gross amount, hours worked, itemized deductions, net pay, and name of the employer. or
Written confirmation from the employer of the amount of the weekly pay.

Adult Child Contribution (Income Type)

Select this income when an exemption to the Household Income Policy has been approved. The actual income of the child may be wages, EI or CPP benefits, training allowances etc.

Required Documents:

Proof of child's income.

Alimony (Income Type)

A source of income received from an ex-partner for support. Reported annually, it is deducted from the Basic Household Rate with no wage exemption applied. Money received from this source is used in the determination of eligibility for applicants and clients. You must enter Annually in the Review Period field. The system will then create an awaiting document for the income source once a year.

Required Documents:

Copy of separation agreement or final divorce decree or documentation from the ex-partner.

Allowance-Other (Income Type)

Allowance other than Training allowance. It should be reported quarterly, however the case manager has the discretion to change the reporting frequency. It is deducted from the Basic Household Rate with no wage exemption applied. Money received from this source is used in the determination of eligibility for applicants and client. You must enter Quarterly in the Review Period field. The system will then create an awaiting document for the income source once every three months.

Required Documents:

Last cheque stub from source.

Assistance From Band Council (Income Type)

Any assistance received directly from the applicant's/client's band. This income is used in the eligibility calculation, with no wage exemption applied.

This would include income from revenue generating activities such as gaming (video lottery and bingo) or tax agreements. Payments are made to the band council who determines how the monies will be distributed. No agreement exists requiring the funds be passed on to members of the First Nation. Funds could be used for infrastructure or other purposes. If the payments are passed on to members, verified by the band council or by other clients reporting their income, the funds would be disbursed to all band members whether on or off reserve. All members would be entitled to payment and must take advantage of such payments. If a client refuses or waives their right to payment, the amount the client would have received (if this can be verified) will be considered as income and deducted from their assistance benefits. Where an amount cannot be obtained or provided assistance may be terminated due to non-compliance in failing to take advantage of an available resource.

Required Documents:

Verbal confirmation by contacting the band, with follow up written documentation.

Assistance From Other Province (Income Type)

Any assistance received from a social assistance office in another province. This income is used in the eligibility calculation, with no wage exemption applied.

Required Documents:

Verbal confirmation by contacting the office, with follow up written documentation.

Band Council - Third Party (Income Type)

Money paid on behalf of status Indians (Natives) living off reserve to a third party by the Band Council. When you select this income type, you must select the appropriate percent deduction from the Pay Type field. The system multiplies the percentage by the Basic Household Rate (BHR), and the lower of the calculated amount and the actual amount received is deducted each month.

Percentages are: Clothing 10%, Food 30%, Household & Personal 7.5%, Shelter 25%, Transportation 7.5%, Utilities & Heat 20%.

(E.g., BHR = $700 and the individual receives $100 per month for clothing (deducted at 10%). The calculation is as follows: $700 x 10% = $70. This is lower than $100, so $70 is deducted from the BHR each month.).

Reported monthly, these funds are used in determining eligibility, with no wage exemption applied.

Required Documents:

Written verification from Band Council of type, amount, frequency and duration of payment.

Boarder (Income Type)

Income received from a recognized boarding house where the boarder lives in the same residence as the owner, and receives food as well as accommodations. As a 25% business expense deduction is automatically applied to this income when the income stubs are entered the same 25% deduction should be manually calculated and used when entering the amount of Average Income.

For applicants, this income is deducted from the Basic Household Rate (BHR) with no Wage Exemption applied. For clients, this income is deducted from the (BHR) and the Wage Exemption also applies. This income must be reported monthly and is used in determining the eligibility of applicants and clients.

Required Documents:

Copy of last month's roomer or boarder receipts.

Child Care Allowance (Income Type)

Portion of money received for child care from an agency other than Social Development and Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour that exceeds that maximum Social Development child care rates. Reported monthly, it is deducted from the Basic Household Rate with no wage exemption applied. Money received from this source is considered income and is used in the determination of eligibility for applicants and clients.

Required Documents:

Cheque stub from training program, or written documentation from agency issuing the funds.

Child Support - Direct (Income Type)

Money received directly for child support from a non-custodial parent. This is only considered income when determining eligibility in Section 4(4) cases.

Required Documents:

Copy of separation papers or divorce decree.

Child Tax Benefit (Income Type)

Money received from the Federal Government for Child Tax Benefit. This is only considered income when determining eligibility in Section 4(4) cases.

Required Documents:

Copy of child tax benefit cheque stub.

CPP-Child Disability (Income Type)

Canada Pension payment for a child of a disabled contributor. The child must be under 18, or between 18-25 and a full time student. Reported annually, it is deducted from the Basic Household Rate with no wage exemption applied. Money from this source is used in the determination of eligibility for applicants and clients. You must enter Annually in the Review Period field. The system will then create an awaiting document for the income source once a year.

Required Documents:

Canada Pension cheque stub or proof of deposit at screening/needs assessment and as part of each case review.

CPP-Disability Benefit (Income Type)

Canada Pension Disability benefit for an adult who is unable to work because of a severe and prolonged disability. Reported annually, it is deducted from the Basic Household Rate with no wage exemption applied. Money from this source is used in the determination of eligibility for applicants and clients. You must enter Annually in the Review Period field. The system will then create an awaiting document for the income source once a year.

Required Documents:

Canada Pension cheque stub or proof of deposit at screening/needs assessment and as part of each case review.

CPP-Early Retirement Benefit (Income Type)

Canada Pension for a client who has taken early retirement between the ages of 60 and 64, or who are no longer working. Reported annually, it is deducted from the Basic Household Rate with no wage exemption applied. Money from this source is used in the determination of eligibility for applicants and clients. You must enter annually in the Review Period field. The system will then create an awaiting document for the income source once a year.

Required Documents:

Canada Pension cheque stub or proof of deposit at screening/needs assessment and as part of each case review.

CPP-Orphans Benefit (Income Type)

Canada Pension benefit for a child, of a deceased contributor who is under 18, or between 18-25 and a full time student. Reported annually, it is deducted from the Basic Household Rate with no wage exemption applied. Money from this source is used in the determination of eligibility for applicants and clients. You must enter Annually in the Review Period field. The system will then create an awaiting document for the income source once a year.

Required Documents:

Canada Pension cheque stub or proof of deposit at screening/needs assessment and as part of each case review.

CPP-Regular Retirement Benefit (Income Type)

The regular Canada Pension retirement benefit payable at age 65. Reported annually, it is deducted from the Basic Household Rate with no wage exemption applied. Money from this source is used in the determination of eligibility for applicants and clients. You must enter Annually in the Review Period field. The system will then create an awaiting document for the income source once a year.

Required Documents:

Canada Pension cheque stub or proof of deposit at screening/needs assessment and as part of each case review.

CPP-Surviving Spouse Benefit (Income Type)

Canada Pension benefit paid to a widow(er) or common-law partner of a contributor. Reported annually, it is deducted from the Basic Household Rate with no wage exemption applied. Money from this source is used in the determination of eligibility for applicants and clients. You must enter Annually in the Review Period field. The system will then create an awaiting document for the income source once a year.

Required Documents:

Canada Pension cheque stub or proof of deposit at screening/needs assessment and as part of each case review.

Dividend (Income Type)

Money received from an investment that pays a dividend. The reporting period depends on how often the dividend is paid. It is deducted from the Basic Household Rate with no wage exemption applied. Money received from this source is used in determining the eligibility of applicants and clients. You must remember to select a value in the Review Period field. The system will then create an awaiting document for the income source at the appropriate time.

Required Documents:

Written verification of the source, type, and amount of income and how often it is payable.

Employment Insurance Benefit-Regular (Income Type)

Money received from Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC) while unemployed. This includes maternity and sick benefits as well as the regular benefits. It was previously known as UIB. Reported monthly, it is deducted from the Basic Household Rate with no wage exemption applied. Money from this source is used in the determination of eligibility for applicants and clients.

EI recipients may choose to have their EI benefits paid by direct bank deposit. EI claimants who choose direct deposit still need a statement of benefits and may do so by requesting the statement from HRSDC.

Required Documents:

Initially, cheque stub or written documentation from HRSDC stating amount of weekly benefit.
On a monthly basis, cheque stubs are required.

Employment Insurance-Compassionate Care Benefit (Income Type)

Money received from Human Resources and Slills Development Canada (HRSDC) while unemployed. These benefits are paid to persons who have to be away from work temporarily to provide care or support to a family member who is gravely ill with a significant risk of death. Reported monthly, it is deducted from the Basic Unit Rate with no wage exemption applied. Money from this source is used in the determination of eligibility for applicants and clients.

Required Documents:

Initially, cheque stub or written documentation from HRSDC stating amount of weekly benefit.
On a monthly basis, the cheque stub is required.

Employment Insurance-Training (Income Type)

Money received from Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC) while enrolled in a training program. Reported monthly, it is deducted from the Basic Household Rate with no wage exemption applied. Money from this source is used in the determination of eligibility for applicants and clients.

Required Documents:

Initially, cheque stub or written documentation from HRSDC stating amount of weekly benefit.
On a monthly basis, the cheque stub is required.

Employment Insurance-Fishing Benefit (Income Type)

Money received from Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC) while unemployed. These benefits are payable to self employed person engaged in fishing. Reported monthly, it is deducted fromt he Basic Household Rate with no wage exemption applied. Money from this source is used in determining eligibility for applicants and clients.

EI recipients may choose to h ave their EI benefits paid by direct bank deposit. EI claimants who choose direct deposit still need a statement of benefits and may do so by requesting the statement from HRSDC.

Required Documents:

Initially, cheque stub or written documentation from HRSDC stating amount of weekly benefit.
On a monthly basis, cheque stubs are required.

Employment Insurance-Maternity Benefit (Income Type)

Money received from Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC) while unemployed. These benefits are payable to the birth mother (or surrogate mother). Reported monthly, it is deducted from the Basic Household Rate with no wage exemption applied. Money from this source is used in the determination of eligibility for applicants and clients.

EI recipients may choose to have their EI benefits paid by direct bank deposit. EI claimants who choose direct deposit may still need a statement of benefits and may do so by requesting the statement from HRSDC.

Required Documents:

Initially, cheque stub or written documentation from HRSDC stating amount of weekly benefit.
On a monthly basis, cheque stubs are required.

Employment Insurance-Parental Benefit (Income Type)

Money received from Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC) while unemployed. These benefits are payable to either the biological or adoptive parents while they are caring for a newborn or an adopted child. Reported monthly, it is deducted from the Basic Household Rate with no wage exemption applied. Money from this source is used in the determination of eligibility for applicants and clients.

Required Documents:

Initially, cheque stub or written documentation from HRSDC stating amount of weekly benefit.
On a monthly basis, cheque stubs are required.

Employment Insurance-Sickness (Income Type)

Money received from Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC) while unemployed. These benefits may be paid to a person who is unable to work because of sickness, injury or quarantine. Reported monthly, it is deducted from the Basic Household Rate with no wage exemption applied. Money from this source is used in the determination of eligibility for applicants and clients.

EI recipients may choose to have their EI benefits paid by direct bank deposit. EI claimants who choose direct deposit still need a statement of benefits and my do so by requesting the statement from HRSDC.

Required Documents:

Initially, cheque stub or written documentation from HRSDC stating amount of weekly benefit.
On a monthly basis, cheque stubs are required.

Extended Spouse's Allowance (Income Type)

Federal pension paid by Old Age Security to widows or widowers who turn 60 years of age. Reported annually, it is deducted from the Basic Household Rate with no wage exemption applied. Money received from this source is used in determining the eligibility of applicants and clients. You must enter Annually in the Review Period field. The system will then create an awaiting document for the income source once a year.

Required Documents:

Written documentation from Income Security Programs, Social Development Canada stating type of pension and monthly amount received.

Foster Home Payments (Income Type)

Payments from Social Development to foster homes are not considered income for Foster Home parents applying for basic assistance or Health Cards under Section 4(4)

Required Documents:

Written confirmation from SD.

Gifts (Income Type)

Money given to a client on a regular basis. It is deducted from the Basic Rate, no wage exemption applies. It is reported annually, but should be more frequent if the amount is irregular. You must enter annually in the Review Period field. The system will then create an awaiting document for the income source once a year.

Required Documents:

Written verification from the source of the gift or gratuity, or client makes a self declaration.

GIS-Married (Income Type)

Guaranteed Income Supplement for a married person over 65. Reported annually, it is deducted from the Basic Household Rate with no wage exemption applied. Money from this source is used in the determination of eligibility for applicants and clients. You must enter annually in the Review Period field. The system will then create an awaiting document for the income source once a year.

Required Documents:

Written documentation from HRSDC.

GIS-Single (Income Type)

GIS-Single (Income Type)

Guaranteed Income Supplement for a single person over 65. Reported annually, it is deducted from the Basic Unit Rate with no wage exemption applied. Money from this source is used in the determination of eligibility for applicants and clients. You must enter Annually in the Review Period field. The system will then create an awaiting document for the income source once a year.

Required Documents:

Written documentation from HRSDC.

GST Credit (Income Type)

Credit received from the federal government on either a quarterly or on an annual basis.

This is only considered income when determining eligibility in Section 4(4) cases.

Required Documents:

Copy of GST credit cheque stub.

Insurance Income - Direct (Income Type)

Money from an insurance agency paid directly to the client. It is deducted from the Basic Household Rate with no wage exemption applied. It is reported annually unless the payments are irregular, in which case it should be confirmed as often as the income is received. Money from this source is used in the determination of eligibility for applicants and clients. You must enter annually in the Review Period field. The system will then create an awaiting document for the income source once a year.

Required Documents:

Written documentation from insurance agency or last statement with cheque.

Insurance Income-Third Party (Income Type)

Money from an insurance agency paid to a third party on behalf of a client (e.g., mortgage payment, car payment, loans, etc.). These funds are used in determining eligibility, with no wage exemption applied. It is reported annually unless the payments are irregular, in which case it should be confirmed as often as the income is received. When you select this income type, you must select the appropriate percent deduction from the Pay Type field. The system multiplies the percentage by the Basic Household Rate (BHR), and the lower of the calculated amount and the actual amount received is deducted each month.

Percentages are: Clothing 10%, Food 30%, Household & Personal 7.5%, Shelter 25%, Transportation 7.5%, Utilities & Heat 20%.

You must enter annually in the Review Period field. The system will then create an awaiting document for the income source once a year.

Required Documents:

Written documentation from the insurance agency giving type of payment and amount.

Interest (Income Type)

Money received from any interest from investments, insurance, etc. Reported annually, it is deducted from the Basic Household Rate with no wage exemption applied. Money received from this source is used in determining the eligibility of applicants and clients. You must enter annually in the Review Period field. The system will then create an awaiting document for the income source once a year.

Required Documents:

Written documentation from the issuer of such income or copy of last statement.

OAS (Income Type)

Old Age Security. Reported annually, it is deducted from the Basic Household Rate with no wage exemption applied. Money received from this source is used in determining the eligibility of applicants and clients. You must enter annually in the Review Period field. The system will then create an awaiting document for the income source once a year.

Required Documents:

Copy of previous month's cheque or documentation from Social Development Canada.

Other (Income Type)

Other income not covered in the list. It is deducted from the Basic Household Rate with no wage exemption applied. The frequency of reporting should be based on how regular the payments are. Money received from this source is used in determining the eligibility of applicants and clients. You must remember to select a value in the Review Period field. The system will then create an awaiting document for the income source at the appropriate time.

Required Documents:

Written documentation supporting the type of income and the amount.

Other Income - Third Party (Income Type)

Select this income type when a Third Party payment does not fall into the categories of Child Support - Third Party, Insurance Income - Third Party, or Band Council - Third Party. Third Party payments are made on behalf of a client and they do not go to the client or to family court. When you select this income type, you must select the appropriate percent deduction from the pay Type field. The system muntiplies the percentage by the Basic Unit Rate (BUR), and the lower of the calculated amount and the actual amount received is deducted each month.

Percentages are: Clothing 10%, Food 30%, Household & Personal 7.5%, Shelter 25%, Transportation 7.5%, Utilities and Heat 20%.

(E.g., BUR = $700 and the individual receives $100 per month for clothing (deducted at 10%). The calculation is as follows: $700 x 10% = $70. This is lower than $100, so $70 is deducted from the BUR each month.) You must enter Annually in the Review Period field. The system will then create an awaiting document for the income source once a year.

Reported annually, these funds are used in determining eligibility, with no wage exemption applied.

Required Documents:

Copy of receipt for payment being made

Parental Income (Income Type)

Income for parents of 16-18 year old single parent applicants living in parental home is required to determine eligibility. If the applicant does not provide this information, they may be screened out or closed.

Certified Blind, Deaf or Disabled applicants living in the parental home must also provide parental income documents to determine the deduction, if any, for shelter cost. If the applicant does not provide this information, the deduction for shelter costs will automatically be set to $100 for a single person and $150 for two or more people.

The income of each parent must be entered as a separate income source so that the interfaces may verify the individual's level of income.

Required Documents:

Written declaration from parents giving gross annual income, or proof of annual income, such as last year's Notice of Assessment from Canada Revenue Agency or copies of T4 and T5 slips.

Parental OAS/GIS (Income Type)

Select this income when an exemption to the Household Income Policy has been made to allow an elderly parent, whose income does not exceed the maximum OAS/GIS to reside with their adult child. NB Case will apply a 25% deduction to the case for one OAS/GIS income source and a 50% deduction for two OAS/GIS income sources. You must select Annually in the Review Period field. The system will create an awaiting document to review the income source once per year.

Required Documents:

Copy of the Elderly Parent(s) OAS/GIS cheque or Verification from Social Development Canada
Asset verification may be required depending on the type of asset.

Pension (Income Type)

Money received from a pension source, such as ex-employer, insurance company, armed forces, public service, etc. It is deducted from the Basic Household Rate with no wage exemption applied. Money received from this source is used in determining the eligibility of applicants and clients. If the income is regular, it should be reported annually. If irregular, it should be reported as often as required. You must enter Annually in the Review Period field. The system will then create an awaiting document for the income source once a year.

Required Documents:

Cheque stub or written verification of source, type, and amount of income.

Private Income (Income Type)

Money received from a private source that is deducted from the Basic Household Rate with no wage exemption applied. Money received from this source is used in determining the eligibility of applicants and clients. This income type should only be used when no other income type is applicable. If the income is regular, it should be reported annually. If irregular, it should be confirmed as often as required. You must enter annually in the Review Period field. The system will then create an awaiting document for the income source once a year.

Required Documents:

Written verification of source, type, and amount of income.

Quebec Pension Plan (Income Type)

This is similar to the Canada Pension Plan, but is administered by the Province of Quebec . It is deducted from the Basic Household Rate with no wage exemption applied. Money received from this source is reported annually and used in determining the eligibility of applicants and clients. You must enter annually in the Review Period field. The system will then create an awaiting document for the income source once a year.

Required Documents:

Written verification from QPP of type and amount of income, or
Cheque stub showing Social Insurance Number, type, and amount of income.

Rental Income (Income Type)

Money received for the rental of property or residence separate from the owner's residence, or for the rental of a room in an established rooming house (not boarding, which would include food). A 25% business expense deduction is automatically applied when the income stubs are entered, the same 25% deduction should be manually calculated and used when entering the amount of Average Income.

The income is deducted from the Basic Household Rate with no wage exemption. Money received from this source is reported monthly and is used in determining the eligibility of applicants and clients.

Required Documents:

Copy of lease or copy of previous month's rent receipt.

Self Employed (Income Type)

Self-employed income is considered a wage. For applicants and clients who are self-employed, there must be the potential for self sufficiency. Self-employed applicants are only entitled to 6 months assistance, whereas self-employed clients are only entitled to assistance for 12 months. No self-employed person with an employee is eligible for assistance. Income for self-employed applicants and clients is calculated based on gross revenue less expenses, to a maximum of 50% of gross revenue, that are supported by documentation.

The wage exemption is applied to self-employed income for clients, but not for applicants.

Additional Required Documents:

Business Plan
Documentation of any business loans
Receipts for business expenses
Documentation for revenue generated by the business

Social Security (Income Type)

Money received from United States Social Security. This income is to be converted to Canadian funds prior to determination of eligibility, and the exchange rate must be verified every three (3) months, with adjustments made to reflect the correct amount in Canadian funds. Canadian residents who receive U.S. Social Security benefits and have income tax deducted must request that this tax no longer be deducted by contacting the nearest U.S. Social Security office. The wage exemption does not apply. Money received from this source is used in determining the eligibility of applicants and clients.

NOTE: SD offices near the American border should verify if applicants/clients have a USA Social Security number.

Required Documents:

Cheque Stub or written documentation from US Social Security office.

Spouse's Allowance (Income Type)

Federal pension paid to a person at age 60 whose partner is in receipt of the Old Age Pension. Reported annually, it is deducted from the Basic Household Rate with no wage exemption applied. Money received from this source is used in determining the eligibility of applicants and clients. You must enter annually in the Review Period field. The system will then create an awaiting document for the income source once a year.

Required Documents:

Written documentation from Income Security Programs, Social Development Canada stating type of pension and amount received monthly.

Stipend (Income Type)

An allowance received from a supported employment type of program through a work placement agency (for example, A.D.A.P.T. Adult Development Activities, Program & Training). To be considered a stipend,

The allowance must be received at regular intervals, and
The total monthly average income amount must be consistently less than the monthly fixed amount portion of wage exemption, and
The recipient must be Certified Blind, Deaf or Disabled or must have Long Term Needs or Special Designation.

See Wage Exemption Amounts and refer to the fixed amount portion in the table only.

Monthly income stubs are not required, average income is to be entered. Stipend income is only considered as income when determining eligibility in Section 4(4) cases.

Required Documents:

Written verification from the work placement agency detailing the amount and the frequency the allowance is received.

Student Aid Income (Income Type)

Money received from a Student Loan that is assessed to be over the maximum allowed for expenses such as tuition and books. Reported in September and January of each school year, it is deducted from the Basic Rate with no wage exemption applied. Money received from this source is used in determining the eligibility of applicants and clients. You must remember to select a value in the Review Period field. The system will then create an awaiting document for the income source at the appropriate time.

Required Documents:

The pink copy of the Student Loan Assessment form from Student Aid.

Subsidized Adoption Payments (Income Type)

Payments made by the Department of Social Development, Adoption Services for subsidized adoptions. Payments are made until the child reaches age 21. The child for whom the payments are made, is considered a dependent in the household. This is not considered income when determining eligibility for basic assistance for the adoptive parents or in Section 4(4) cases.

Required Documents:

Written confirmation from SD.

Training Allowance (Income Type)

Reported monthly, it is deducted from the Basic Household Rate with no wage exemption applied. Money received from this source is used in determining the eligibility of applicants and clients. This allowance may include funds for training, transportation, child care, etc. If for transportation or child care costs, consider only the portion of the allowance that exceeds the maximum SD rates for the same costs. If for training, the entire allowance is considered income, with no deduction allowed. This allowance could be provided by Social Development Canada, John Howard Society, etc.

NOTE: The Department of Training and Employment Development training allowance should not be recorded here as it is not included in the calculation of eligibility.

Required Documents:

Cheque stub or documentation from issuer of allowance.

Transportation Allowance (Income Type)

The portion of money received for transportation from an agency, other than SD and Department of Post Secondary Education, Training and Labour that exceeds the maximum for SD transportation rates. Reported monthly, it is deducted from the Basic Household Rate with no wage exemption applied. Money received from this source is used in determining the eligibility of applicants and clients.

Required Documents:

Cheque stub or documentation from issuer of allowance.

Trust Fund Income (Income Type)

Money received as interest from a Trust Fund. The reporting period is determined by the frequency of payments. This income is used to determine the eligibility of applicants and clients. Blind, Deaf or Disabled clients may be eligible for exemption of part of this income. You must remember to select a value in the Review Period field. The system will then create an awaiting document for the income source at the appropriate time.

Required Documents:

Written verification from financial institution holding the funds in trust, detailing the amount of interest received and how often it is paid to the client.

Veterans Allowance/Pension (Income Type)

Federal pension from the Dept. of Veterans Affairs for veterans of any war Canada was engaged in, and their dependents. This does not include a pension from the armed forces or Public Service Pension Commission (these should be recorded under pension). This pension is deducted from the Basic Unit Rate with no wage exemption applied. Money received from this source is reported annually and used in determining the eligibility of applicants and clients. You must enter Annually in the Review Period field. The system will then create an awaiting document for the income source once a year.

Required Documents:

Cheque Stub or written documentation from the Dept. of Veterans Affairs stating amount of the monthly benefit and date paid.

Widowed Spouse's Allowance (Income Type)

Federal allowance paid to persons aged 60-64 who are widowed and meet the eligibility criteria of Social Development Canada. This amount should be reported annually and is not wage exempted. Money from this source is used in determining eligibility. You must enter Annually in the Review Period field. The system will then create an awaiting document for the income source once a year.

Required Documents:

Last cheque stub or written verification from Social Development Canada.

Workers' Compensation (Income Type)

Allowance received from the WorksafeNB for an employee injured on the job. This pension is deducted from the Basic Household Rate with no wage exemption applied. Money received from this source is reported biweekly or monthly, depending on how often it is issued. It is used in determining the eligibility of applicants and clients.

Required Documents:

Cheque Stub or written confirmation of monthly amount paid from the WorksafeNB.