ViewpointsOpinionCory Morgan: I’ve Seen What State Dependency Does; Universal Basic Income Is No Path to ProsperitySavePrintPeople stroll along a street in Ottawa's Westboro Village neighbourhood on Dec. 23, 2023. The Canadian Press/Justin TangCory Morgan12/29/2023|Updated: 12/29/20230:00X 1CommentaryThe longer I sit, the lazier I get.We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.Share this articleLeave a commentCory MorganAuthorCory Morgan is a columnist based in Calgary.Author’s Selected ArticlesCory Morgan: Feds’ Plan to Curb Crime Has Merit, but It Must Be Implemented Without DelayOct 19, 2025Cory Morgan: As Alberta Teachers Strike, Students’ Interests Must Come Before IdeologyOct 10, 2025Cory Morgan: Alberta’s Pipeline Proposal Will Force Carney’s Hand—One Way or AnotherOct 03, 2025Cory Morgan: Ottawa Should Focus on Real Problems, Not Internet RegulationSep 26, 2025Related TopicswelfareUniversal Basic Incomecanada unemployment rate