Provincial Programs
Help for those receiving B. C. Employment and Assistance
The Ministry of Social Development and Social Innovation provides money for food and shelter costs, plus a variety of other assistance through B. C. Employment and Assistance.
The following are some additional assistance that may be available to you if you are receiving B. C. Employment and Assistance.
Identification Fees
If you do not have the identification you need to apply for B. C. Employment and Assistance, the cost of getting a B. C. Identification card or other documents may be paid for you. This assistance is available on a one-time only basis.
Security Deposit
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Provincial Programs
If you are renting accommodation, you may be eligible for help to cover the cost of your security deposit. This benefit must be repayed. Security deposit repayments are deducted from income assistance cheques at $ 20 per month. The security deposit deduction occurs on the second cheque after the security deposit is issued.
Emergency Moving Benefit
If you are forced to move because the accommodation you are renting has been sold or condemned, or a move to a new place would reduce your expenses, you may receive money to pay your moving costs.
Diet Supplement
If you require a special diet for a specific medical condition, you may be eligible for this monthly assistance to help cover the extra cost. See the link below for more information on Diet Supplement. https:// www2. gov. bc. ca / gov / content / governments / policies-for-government / bcea-policy-and-procedure-manual / health-supplements-and-programs / dietsupplements
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