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Tracy Smith-Carrier, Associate Professor and Canada Research Chair (Tier 2) in Advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals, Royal Roads University

HISTORICAL FACTS: A basic income can be a strong investment in mental health - The Untold Story

To eradicate poverty, we need policy actions that address the root of financial hardship. A basic income does just that. (Shutterstock)

Over half of Canadians feel “financially paralyzed” by the cost-of-living crisis, according to a recent poll. As life becomes more unaffordable for more people, we need governments to create policies that will improve public health and well-being.

One such policy is a basic income guarantee: an unconditional cash transfer from government to ensure people can meet their basic needs and live with dignity.

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