Government cuts have affected contractors' lives like a knife through butter. I don't understand how this benefits the citizens of Ottawa or why contractors are suddenly the enemy of the government.
Earlier this year, my husband and I signed contracts with separate government departments. Life was good—regular visits with our adult children, the occasional restaurant meal—nothing too elaborate, but the odd take-out pizza or weekend lunch at Kelsey's.
Now we are struggling. Jim has been looking for work since May. My contract was cancelled in August. Cash is tight. Shopping and going out are no longer options. Surely if we can't afford to shop or go out how many other people are in our situation?
Now I spend hours at my laptop, sipping cold coffee hoping against hope that someone, somewhere will pick me and I will be able to get on with my life. My husband too.
In the meantime for all of you out there - and I know you are - I am with you as we search hour after hour wondering how we will be able to become contributing workers and economic participants in this wonderful city.
