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As part of a series of anti-poverty measures, Ontario, Canada, has announced a basic income pilot program to assure that its citizens can pay for daily essentials. Under the pilot, eligible residents will receive monthly checks to cover living expenses such as food, transportation, clothing, and utilities — no strings attached. The goal is to see whether just the right amount of income will spur most people to still pursue employment while providing the minimum amount of support to those who cannot work, as well as to determine whether reliable financial support will create the space for motivated persons to invest in education and entrepreneurialism. Finland and the Netherlands are also in the midst of piloting similar programs.
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