# Illegal Immigrant Wins Welfare in Ontario | Edmonton News

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Podcast: [Edmonton News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/edmonton-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7596100)
Published: 2026-07-11T10:23:41+00:00
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A man without legal status in Canada, who’s lived there for over two decades, has won the right to welfare benefits after a tribunal ruled that his case didn’t trigger the exclusions in Ontario’s welfare law — even though he entered illegally and never applied for permanent residency. The decision, made in May, underscores how immigration status isn’t always a barrier to social support, as long as you’re not a tourist, visitor, or under a deportation order — and in this case, neither applied. The ruling comes amid rising public debate over immigration and social services, and it’s a powerful reminder that eligibility can hinge on legal interpretation, not just paperwork. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/c3247d3fffc7220e

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