As part of what it says is an effort to “reduce poverty and prepare for the emerging economy,” the BC government announced today that it has appointed a team to lead a “BC-focused” exploration of basic income.
Today’s announcement follows one by the government earlier this year , that it was planning to provide $4 million over two years to “test the feasibility” of a basic income program in BC.
“The province will look at whether a basic income is an effective way to improve income security, reduce poverty, and address the impact of technological change,” the plan said.On Tuesday, the […]
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