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Amidst mounting societal challenges, discussions around implementing a universal basic income (UBI) in Canada have gained traction. Advocates tout its potential to alleviate poverty and support individuals in precarious employment. While some remain skeptical about its efficacy and affordability, recent provincial initiatives, such as Newfoundland and...

The Senate Finance Committee is set to hear final testimonies and cast their votes on Bill S-233, titled "An Act to develop a national framework for a guaranteed livable basic income." The outcome of this vote holds significant implications for millions across the nation. Advocates and...

All PEI provincial political parties have repeatedly approved support for the implementation of a national Basic Income program. They have suggested that the Federal Government work with them to develop a Demonstration Project that would be the first step in a national program but done...

Basic Income Alberta (BIA) is a coalition of local organizing groups across the province, and supports the implementation of a Guaranteed Livable Basic Income (GLBI) in Canada. Basic Income Alberta recommends that the Standing Senate Committee on National Finance supports Bill S-233, An Act to...

This videocast features Calgary musician, Gavin Sorochan and Calgary basic income advocate, Wendy Benson. They discuss basic income, the challenges for artists to earn a decent income and social inequities in Canada 2023. ...