Why Canada Needs Basic Income

Income is the most important determinant of health. Basic income relieves poverty, and studies have demonstrated that basic income

• Decreases emergency department visits for accidents/ injuries and mental health reasons

• Increases food security

• Decreases crime

• Improves high school graduation rates

Basic income provides the unconditional income security to

• Start or grow a business

• Pursue artistic endeavors

• Cope better with precarious employment conditions

• Increase earned income

• Increase productivity