I learnt that if you applied for PR or sponsor someone , try as much as possible to stay out of any social assistance programs , if you’re fit and able to work.
Short story Two people went to an MP’s office because their applications had exceeded the processing time.
And they were being asked questions about employment and how much they paid for rent.
One was on social assistance and the other worked full time.
Two weeks after that visit, the work who worked received ecopr.
Would they ask these questions if it didnot matter.
I don’t know