When the federal government launched Canada’s Emergency Relief (CERB) last year, it was left to wonder if it could lead to a sustainable framework for a national basic action program – one that would help Canadians in difficulty get out of poverty.
Although it was a temporary program, CERB provided a touchstone for many who wondered if the country could create a normal viable wage during a pandemic, why stop there?
Mini Jacques, who lives in Port Elgin, Ont., Was one of many who asked Ask the CBC to find out where the parties are on basic incomes in this election.“There […]
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