A study in Vancouver collected data from 770 street youth, aged 14 to 26, 77 percent of whom reported receiving income assistance. income. 64 percent reported having housing, and 28 percent reported being evicted and losing income support. Excessive alcohol consumption, unprotected sex, being a victim of violence and homelessness were all factors associated with deportation. Without income support and housing, these street youth lead to drug trafficking and eventual incarceration. Income support is crucial for some people because it allows them to survive on basic necessities. It is important that social service programs for those at risk are improved so that these people are not forced to make desperate decisions for survival. Another study in Ontario collected data from 284 young mothers (under the age of 18) receiving income assistance. 26 percent of these young mothers reported that the income support they received was their main source of income. Young mothers are at higher risk of experiencing domestic violence and mental health problems. For these mothers, receiving income support as their primary source of income can lead to stressful situations, which can eventually lead to vulnerability and a higher risk of neglecting their