Guaranteed Basic Income (GBI) vs. Universal Basic Income (UBI) Explained
We already have basic income models that work: guaranteed basic income to lower poverty and UBI dividends from common resources. We explain the differences and how they work together to provide economic security for all.
How to Pay for Basic Income in Canada
In this 2-part series, we show 1) How to pay for a Guaranteed Basic Income that reduces poverty by 50%, with little or no impact on most working Canadians while encouraging economic growth; and 2) How to pay for Recovery UBI that reduces poverty by 100%.
Basic Income can grow Canada’s economy $80B/year
A 2020 report by the Canadian Centre for Economic Analysis showed that basic income could grow Canada's economy $80B/year, create 600K jobs, and support workers & businesses — while ending poverty.
Basic Income Talking Points Guide
UBI Works has compiled a Basic Income Talking Points guide, backed by decades of evidence showing that basic income works. We invite you to use this as a resource and share it with other activists and politicians who may find it helpful.
Canada’s Basic Income for Families — the Canada Child Benefit
More than 1.1 million families are receiving $600/month or more from the Canada Child Benefit. It grows our economy $2 for every $1 invested, creates jobs, and lifts Canadian families out of poverty.
Why We Need Basic Income Now
Life is getting harder for most people. Maintaining a middle class and pathways into it will be impossible without a basic income. We explore how technology and and stagnating wages are squeezing Canadians, and why we need basic income now.
Regional Economic Impacts of Basic Income in Canada
A 2020 report by the Canadian Centre for Economic Analysis showed how basic income could create jobs and grow the economies of our prairie provinces.