ten years ago I believe it to be just as relevant today. Perhaps, even more so in light of our current economic conditions. Essentially the book is a concise discussion about Canada's social conscience, and tackles head-on many myths surrounding the poor, and working poor in this country. And how we as Canadians are all responsible for one another. Because that IS what makes us Canadian.I encourage any and all reading this blog to pick it up and give it a read.