BC study calls for a global basic income, despite opposition

A UBC study argues that a basic income could boost gross domestic product (GDP) around the world, but such an income may be some time away, if ever.

A new UBC study proposes financing a basic income with a tax on pollution and environmental destruction.

But it could still be some time before such a move is implemented, if it ever happens.Dr. Rashid Sumaila, a professor at UBC’s School of Public Policy and Global Affairs, said he and his co-authors explored this topic after the COVID-19 pandemic saw the emergence of various social arrangements to support people. Another source of inspiration […]

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