Nesikep
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what were the income tax rates for a minimum wage person back then? EI/Medical/Comp, as well as rent?I don't know where they got gas for $0.15. I am 70 years old. It was $0.25 except the occasional gas war.
The wife and I were just talking about this. Minimum wage here was $1.25. Gas was $0.25. One hour bought 5 gallons of gas. Today here everything is starting at $14+ an hour. Today gas is $3.65. About 4 gallons for a hours work. A year ago gas was $2.35. Almost 6 gallons for an hours work.
I remember in 2000 or so I didn't have a problem finding a basement suite for $400/month utilities in, it wasn't a fancy place but it wasn't an hour commute to work either.. If I were to look in the same areas today I think I'd be hard pressed to find something for $1000 (CAD)