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Record 1 1996-03-22

English

Subject field(s)
  • Social Security and Employment Insurance
DEF

Money or forms of relief given by the government to unemployed persons, especially in times of extreme economic depression ...

CONT

Young said he will issue a "crystal clear" message to all Canadians who are either seeking or receiving pogey: "Where there is a job available to them, or training, they will have to take it.

OBS

Canadian slang.

OBS

According to the sources consulted, the term "pogey", unlike "dole", is not limited to the offer of money alone, but encompasses other forms of relief such as charities, unemployment benefits, etc.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Sécurité sociale et assurance-emploi
DEF

Aide matérielle ou financière.

Spanish

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