7. Close the gap

To ensure a thriving and secure middle class, the bulwark of a healthy democracy, and move toward equity, we will:

• Bring in income splitting and low-income support as part of our Green Tax Shift.
• Eliminate income tax for those earning $20,000 or less.
• Work toward a Guaranteed Annual Income in place of the current maze of programs.
• Ensure universal access to excellent childcare and early childhood education.
• Support parents who take time from their career for child rearing.
• Cut debt for post-secondary students through measures including a Canadian National Student Loan and Bursary Program.
• Forgive half the loan for students who complete degree or certificate programs.
• Expand industry-based job training and apprenticeship to reduce the shortage of trained workers.