The Unitism® Approach
Creating economic systems that foster shared prosperity, environmental stewardship, and social harmony
What is Unitism®?
Unitism® is a comprehensive philosophy that recognizes the interconnectedness of all life and seeks to create systems that honor this fundamental unity. At its core, Unitism acknowledges that true prosperity cannot be achieved through competition and extraction, but rather through cooperation and stewardship.
Our consulting approach applies these principles to economic systems, helping organizations and governments implement policies that:
- Recognize land and natural resources as community wealth
- Capture economic rent for public benefit
- Reduce inequality and increase shared prosperity
- Preserve environmental resources for future generations
- Foster social harmony and community well-being
Tri-Factor Economics
Labor
Human effort and ingenuity applied to productive activities. Labor creates value through work and innovation.
Capital
Tools, machinery, and improvements created by human labor. Capital amplifies our productive capacity.
Land (Nature)
All natural resources and opportunities. Unlike labor and capital, land is not created by human effort — its value is generated by the community.
The Key Insight: Economic Rent
Land generates economic rent — income that flows to landowners simply from owning desirable locations, not from their productive efforts. This rent is created by the entire community through population growth, public infrastructure, and economic development. By capturing this community-created value for public benefit rather than private gain, we can fund public services, reduce inequality, and create more equitable economic systems.
Our Consulting Services
Policy Development
We work with governments to design and implement policies that capture economic rent for public benefit, including land value taxation, community land trusts, and resource revenue sharing.
- Land value assessment and taxation systems
- Natural resource revenue policies
- Affordable housing strategies
- Economic development frameworks
Research & Analysis
Drawing on decades of research through the School of Economic Science and Common Wealth Canada, we provide empirical analysis of economic rent and its role in local economies.
- Economic rent quantification
- Distributional impact analysis
- Housing affordability studies
- Fiscal sustainability assessments
Education & Training
We offer workshops, seminars, and training programs to help policymakers, community leaders, and citizens understand the principles of equitable economics.
- Public seminars on economic principles
- Government staff training
- Community engagement programs
- Educational materials and resources
Strategic Planning
We help organizations develop long-term strategies for implementing equitable economic systems that promote prosperity for all while protecting the environment.
- Transition roadmaps and timelines
- Stakeholder engagement strategies
- Implementation support
- Monitoring and evaluation frameworks
The Impact of Our Approach
By capturing economic rent for public benefit, communities can achieve multiple transformative outcomes:
📉 Reduced Inequality
Preventing the concentration of wealth through land speculation and rent extraction
🏘️ Affordable Housing
Removing land speculation reduces housing costs and makes communities more accessible
🌳 Environmental Protection
Incentivizing sustainable use of natural resources and discouraging waste
💰 Public Revenue
Generating sustainable revenue for public services without distorting economic activity
📈 Economic Stability
Reducing boom-bust cycles driven by land speculation and real estate bubbles
🤝 Social Cohesion
Creating communities where everyone has access to opportunity and can thrive
Ready to Transform Your Community?
Let's discuss how Unitism Consulting can help your organization implement equitable economic systems.
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