Why are we talking about basic income?

Around the world, people believe that basic income could provide simpler and more effective income support.

Many also believe that basic income could improve health, education and employment outcomes for people and communities.

Ontario has a broad range of income and social supports, but even with those in place, we have many residents living in poverty.

We need new ways to support Ontarians.

A basic income is generally seen as an unconditional payment from the government to ensure a minimum income level.

What are we consulting about?

The design, implementation and evaluation of a pilot: Who should be eligible?

How should pilot locations be selected?

How much should a basic income be?

What does success look like?

How should the pilot be run?

What is the goal of the consultations? Your input will help inform the design of a basic income pilot.

We want to provide simpler and more effective income support and improve outcomes for Ontarians living on low incomes or in poverty.

For more information, visit ontario.ca/basicincome

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