Summary: Evidence from basic income trials shows that basic income improves people's health and educational outcomes, reduces spending on drugs and alcohol, improves physical and mental well-being, and reduces food insecurity in Canadians.

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• 48% of Ontario Basic Income Pilot recipients surveyed reduced or quit drinking alcohol. 56% of smokers reduced or quit smoking. [McMaster University]

• 85% of people on the Ontario Basic Income Pilot surveyed bought healthier food.

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• About 1/3 of Ontario Basic Income Pilot recipients surveyed reduced doctor and ER visits.

• Similarly, the MINCOME Basic Income experiment conducted in Dauphin Manitoba between 1974-1979 resulted in a 8.5% reduction in hospitalizations. [Professor Evelyn Forget]

• 3/4 of Ontario Basic Income Pilot recipients surveyed increased their physical activity.

• Most reported better mental health, less stress and anxiety, less depression and anger, and a more positive outlook on life.