Versions of s. 300(1)
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The Minister may, whenever he deems it necessary, out of any moneys appropriated by Parliament for the purpose, authorize the payment of such sums as he deems requisite for the temporary relief in Canada, in such manner as he deems advisable, of shipwrecked, destitute or otherwise distressed seamen not otherwise entitled to relief under this Act or under the laws of the country in which their ship is registered.