Opinion divided on basic income

Opinion divided on basic income

Improvements to social services are needed but people in Brantford and Brant aren’t entirely convinced that a basic income is the answer.

That’s one of the many findings of two public information sessions organized by Brant social services staff in recent weeks.

Some who attended the sessions believe improvements to the current system of income support are needed, said Susan Evenden, director of social assistance and homelessness services Ontario Works Brant.But opinions are divided as to whether a basic income or similar program would be the appropriate solution, she added.The provincial government announced last year plans to conduct a basic […]

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