Opinion Piece by Carl Stalker, member of Coalition Canada and Basic Income Waterloo Region.
Published in the Waterloo Region Record, 30 July 2026.
As governments consider major nation building initiatives, they should remember that building a stronger country is not only about infrastructure and economic growth. It is also about ensuring that all Canadians have the security and opportunity to contribute to their communities and share in the country’s prosperity.
This article encourage readers to ask their member of Parliament and the prime minister to make the P.E.I. guaranteed basic income demonstration project happen. Investing in evidence-based solutions to income insecurity will help create healthier communities, stronger local economies, and a more resilient and inclusive Canada. Read more…