Mini Zines
We've created a series of educational zines to help explain how basic income could transform lives across Canada. Each zine breaks down complex ideas into clear, actionable information you can share in your community. Whether you're organizing an event, talking to elected officials, or just starting conversations with friends and family, these zines are designed to help you advocate for change.
Available Zines
Basic Income 101
An introduction to basic income and how it could work in Canada. Perfect for anyone new to the concept or looking to explain it to others.
DOWNLOAD PDF for PRINTING: Basic Income 101 (Colour, legal paper 8.5x14)
DOWNLOAD PDF for PRINTING: Basic Income 101 (Black & White, legal paper 8.5x14)
BEYOND BASIC 1: “Sex workers are really good at dreaming beyond what we think is possible”
An interview with Jennie Pearson about basic income, sex work, and mutual aid
DOWNLOAD PDF for PRINTING: Beyond Basic 1 (Black & White, letter paper 8.5×11 [not the same mini zine format!])
Food Security & Basic Income
Explore how guaranteed income could help ensure everyone in Canada has reliable access to nutritious food.
DOWNLOAD PDF for PRINTING: Food Security & Basic Income (Colour, legal paper 8.5x14)
DOWNLOAD PDF for PRINTING: Food Security & Basic Income (Black & White, legal paper 8.5x14)
BEYOND BASIC 2: “Basic income feels like an expression of hope and a belief in a better and different future”
An interview with Chloe Halpenny about basic income, the Ontario pilot, doing research, and long-term organizing
DOWNLOAD PDF for PRINTING: Beyond Basic 2 (Black & White, letter paper 8.5×11 [not the same mini zine format!])
DIGITAL DOWNLOAD: Coming Soon!
Basic Income & Child Welfare
Learn how basic income could support families and reduce the need for child welfare interventions.
DOWNLOAD PDF for PRINTING: Basic Income & Child Welfare(Colour, legal paper 8.5x14)
How To: Print and Fold Your Zines
Our zines are designed to be easily printed and assembled at home. We've created a helpful video tutorial showing you exactly how to print and fold your zines into booklets.
These materials are meant to be shared widely - feel free to print extras for your local library, community centre, or next dinner party.
We will also mail you physical copies, just fill out this form!
Support BIYC
Support BIYC
BIYC is a volunteer-run collective with no operating budget. If you find these free resources valuable, please consider supporting our work! We accept e-transfers to hello@basicincomeyouth.ca. Your contribution helps us create more educational materials and continue our advocacy work! Every donation, no matter the size, helps us build momentum for basic income in Canada.