Call on Senators to support a guaranteed livable basic income

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Recently, the Senate Finance Committee took the first step toward a guaranteed livable basic income. Senators started studying Bill S-233, which would develop a framework for a regular, no-strings payment to everyone in Canada who needs it.¹

Those of us who have been struggling with the day-to-day impacts of the rising cost of living can easily see how important a basic income is to build a fairer future where everyone has what they need to live a decent life. But for this legislation to pass, we need to show decision-makers just how widespread support is – and how urgently we need this bill.

If we can show that this is a policy that Canadians are ready to fight for, it will make basic income a priority and give it the best possible chance to become law. Will you send a message to Senators on the Finance Committee, calling on them to support a guaranteed livable basic income?

We've drafted a message for you to use, but feel free to share your own experiences or talk about why this issue is important to you. Personal messages and stories go a long way.

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To the Senate Finance Committee:

I'm writing to you today about the urgency of addressing the rising cost of living in Canada. The status quo is not working: everyday people are struggling to feed their families as food prices keep rising and many are unable to pay their bills. It’s time to address the root causes, rather than the symptoms, of systemic poverty.

That’s why I'm asking you to support Bill S-233 and establish a national framework for a guaranteed livable basic income. Research shows that basic income could lift millions of people out of poverty, while boosting the economy by as much as $80 billion a year. Basic income trials and pilots have been successful in the past, leading to improved economic, social, and health outcomes.

There is no time to delay. At a time when so many are struggling to meet their basic needs, establishing a guaranteed livable basic income would provide critical support. It's a common sense solution and one that I hope you will prioritize moving forward. I urge you to pass Bill S-233 - An Act to develop a national framework for a guaranteed livable basic income - without delay.

Sincerely,

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