If poverty is defined as spending 20 percent more of after-tax income on food, clothing, and shelter than the average Canadian, then it cannot be eradicated through economic growth.

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If poverty is defined relative to the average spending, it will always exist as long as there are disparities in income and spending, regardless of overall economic growth.

If Poverty Is Defined as Spending 20 Percent More of After-Tax