One-stop source for all BC Employment and Assistance (BCEA) policy, procedures and program information. Includes case administration, application & intake, eligibility, PWD designation, support & shelter, supplements, ...
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Contains information about the ministry's original decisions. Describes how to request a reconsideration when you think a decision about your assistance or employment plan was wrong. It also describes the appeal process ...
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Provides a list of rate tables for income assistance, disability assistance, child in home of relative, hardship assistance, general supplements, health supplements and programs, fees for medical practitioners, seniors ...
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Explains the policy for Hardship Assistance issued under Immediate Needs – Work Search Required. Includes information about eligibility, duration of work search, work search & reapplications, and special circumstances.
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This brochure tells you about your right to reconsideration and appeal when you disagree with the Ministry about social assistance or welfare. It provides step-by-step instructions on reconsideration and appeals process.
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If you have an urgent need for shelter, then you must ask for an “Immediate Needs Assessment” when you apply for welfare from the Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction.
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Contains information about who is included and exempt from receiving income assistance when an outstanding warrant exists.
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