I seen member they are on welfare and also housing and the legal aid helping them for their H&c application but they get a approval
Thinking about income and financial is a second stage
Yes there are certain situation where welfare and subsidized housing aren’t an income for example if H&C is based on medical needs that can not be met in home country. Have also seen examples where someone financiers are an issue remember someone had just had a child and they receive a call during second stage approval wanting to know when they are returning to full-time work and asking to provide proof of return to work. In general for families that don’t have things like a serious medical issue being able to support your family financially in the longterm is always evaluated and if there are concerns about your ability to provide for your family financially that is viewed negatively.