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Liberal MP pushes for government to study guaranteed minimum income

The idea that every Canadian could have a guaranteed minimum level of income — whether they have a job or not — is on the table.
Winnipeg MP Robert-Falcon Ouellette is promoting the idea of a guaranteed income for every Canadian - whether or not they have a job. (Robert-Falcon Ouellette/Twitter)

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The idea that every Canadian could have a guaranteed minimum level of income — whether they have a job or not — is on the table.

In the lead-up to the federal budget, Minister of Social Development Jean-Yves Duclos says the policy has merit for Canada to consider.

Liberal MP Robert-Falcon Ouellette explains the government's position on guaranteed minimum income, and joins the show from Ottawa.

This segment was produced by The Current's Sarah Grant.