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Kamloops and District Elizabeth Fry Society

Assists people who are or could be in conflict with the law, with an emphasis on women and youth. Works to foster positivity and fairness within the justice system, and greater understanding and community support for those impacted by it. Provides and advocates for safe, secure, and affordable housing. Lizzy's Closet provides clothing to women in need and assists with employment, education, legal needs, and emergency situations; hours are 10:30 am to 2 pm Mondays and Thursdays. Women's Educational Bursary provides financial assistance for women pursuing educational or training programs; applications are open from February to March. Sky Youth Program provides home placements for youth on bail, probation, or on court order; also offers individualized support to ensure successful community integration, referral required from Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD). Office hours are 9 am to 12 noon and 12:30 pm to 4 pm Monday to Friday. Nonprofit society, registered charity.

Website

kamloopsefry.com

Contact

Phone 1: 250-374-2119
Phone 2: 1-877-374-2119
Fax: 250-314-1607
Email: admin@kamloopsefry.com

Address

827 Seymour Street
Kamloops, BC, V2C 2H6

Mailing Address

827 Seymour Street
Kamloops, BC, V2C 2H6

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6 services offered by: Kamloops and District Elizabeth Fry Society

Housing Programs

Provided by Kamloops and District Elizabeth Fry Society
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Operates and manages four affordable housing developments; three complexes are family-oriented, and the other is for single persons, for a total of 110 suites.

Operates and manages four affordable housing developments; three complexes are family-oriented, and the other is for single persons, for a total of 110 suites. To receive an application, send a request via email or apply through webform on website.
Website

www.kamloopsefry.com/housing/
Address

No address available
To receive an application, send a request via email or apply through webform on website.

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Mailing Address

Administration, 827 Seymour Street
Kamloops, BC, V2C 2H6

Contact

Phone 1: 250-374-2119 Local 300

Phone 2: 1-877-374-2119 Local 300

Fax: 250-314-1605

Email: housinginquiries@kamloopsefry.com

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Housing Resource Services

Provided by Kamloops and District Elizabeth Fry Society
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Provides guidance, form completion assistance, assistance with phone calls, and contact information regarding housing for individuals looking for housing or housing support.

Provides guidance, form completion assistance, assistance with phone calls, and contact information regarding housing for individuals looking for housing or housing support. Office hours are 9 am to 12 noon and 1 pm to 4 pm Monday to Friday.
Website

www.kamloopsefry.com/housing
Address

No address available
Office hours are 9 am to 12 noon and 1 pm to 4 pm Monday to Friday.

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Mailing Address

827 Seymour Street
Kamloops, BC, V2C 2H6

Contact

Phone 1: 250-374-2119 Local 200

Phone 2: 1-877-374-2119 Local 200

Fax: 250-314-1905

Email: housinginquiries@kamloopsefry.com

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Parent Support Program

Provided by Kamloops and District Elizabeth Fry Society
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Support group for those with children or grandchildren who are struggling with substance and alcohol use meets bi-weekly, and is facilitated by an addictions counsellor.
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Support group for those with children or grandchildren who are struggling with substance and alcohol use meets bi-weekly, and is facilitated by an addictions counsellor.
Website

https://kamloopsefry.com/parent-support-group
Address

827 Seymour Street
Kamloops, BC, V2C 2H6
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Mailing Address

827 Seymour Street
Kamloops, BC, V2C 2H6

Contact

Penny: 250-372-8328

Fax: 250-314-1605

Email: admin@kamloopsefry.com

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Rent Bank - Provincewide

Provided by Kamloops and District Elizabeth Fry Society
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Housing stabilization program offers interest-free loans to low-income adults and families who are at risk of eviction or essential utility disconnection due to a temporary and unexpected shortage of funds.

Housing stabilization program offers interest-free loans to low-income adults and families who are at risk of eviction or essential utility disconnection due to a temporary and unexpected shortage of funds. Loans may also be issued for rental arrears, essential utilities (gas, electricity) arrears, damage deposits, pet deposits, and first month's rent for low-income individuals and families who are moving into a new residence and are unable to meet these expenses. If approved, loan funds are distributed in cheque form and are written directly to the landlord or utility company; funds are not paid directly to the applicant. Maximum loan amount is $3500 for individuals, and $3500 for families towards rent or rent deposits. Maximum amount for essential utility arrears is $1500. Loans are repaid in monthly installments and repayment terms range between six months and 24 months. Program includes training and support in financial planning and management. Applicants must complete a pre-assessment form available online, or may contact the Rent Bank directly to start the application process. Applicants must be 19 years of age or older, have a current bank account; have proof of a regular source of verifiable income which is sufficient to cover rent/living expenses; demonstrate the household is within income requirements; not be more than two months in arrears; be a Canadian citizen, landed immigrant, or permanent resident; have no undischarged bankruptcy; not be able to access any other forms of financial assistance; have two pieces of valid ID, one of which must be government-issued photo ID; demonstrate that the loan will stabilize their housing situation for 90 plus days. Serves regions across BC without their own rent bank including: Central Coast District, Columbia Shuswap District, Kootenay Districts, North Coast District, South Okanagan District, Surrey, Squamish-Lillooet District. Office hours are 9 am to 4 pm Monday to Friday. Funded by the BC Rent Bank.
Website

kamloopsefry.com/rent-bank
Address

702-235 1st Avenue
Kamloops, BC, V2C 3J4
Loans may also be issued for rental arrears, essential utilities (gas, electricity) arrears, damage deposits, pet deposits, and first month's rent for low-income individuals and families who are moving into a new residence and are unable to meet these expenses. If approved, loan funds are distributed in cheque form and are written directly to the landlord or utility company; funds are not paid directly to the applicant. Maximum loan amount is $3500 for individuals, and $3500 for families towards rent or rent deposits. Maximum amount for essential utility arrears is $1500. Loans are repaid in monthly installments and repayment terms range between six months and 24 months. Program includes training and support in financial planning and management. Applicants must complete a pre-assessment form available online, or may contact the Rent Bank directly to start the application process. Applicants must be 19 years of age or older, have a current bank account; have proof of a regular source of verifiable income which is sufficient to cover rent/living expenses; demonstrate the household is within income requirements; not be more than two months in arrears; be a Canadian citizen, landed immigrant, or permanent resident; have no undischarged bankruptcy; not be able to access any other forms of financial assistance; have two pieces of valid ID, one of which must be government-issued photo ID; demonstrate that the loan will stabilize their housing situation for 90 plus days. Serves regions across BC without their own rent bank including: Central Coast District, Columbia Shuswap District, Kootenay Districts, North Coast District, South Okanagan District, Surrey, Squamish-Lillooet District. Office hours are 9 am to 4 pm Monday to Friday. Funded by the BC Rent Bank.

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Mailing Address

702-235 1st Avenue
Kamloops, BC, V2C 3J4

Contact

Phone 1: 236-597-2976

Fax: 250-314-1605

Email: provincewide@kamloopsefry.com

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Rent Bank - Thompson-Nicola

Provided by Kamloops and District Elizabeth Fry Society
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Housing stabilization program offers low-fee, no interest short-term loans to low-income individuals and families who are at risk of eviction or essential utility disconnection due to a temporary and unexpected shortage of funds.

Housing stabilization program offers low-fee, no interest short-term loans to low-income individuals and families who are at risk of eviction or essential utility disconnection due to a temporary and unexpected shortage of funds. Loans may also be issued for damage deposits, pet deposits, and first month's rent for low-income individuals and families who are moving into a new residence and are unable to meet these expenses. If approved, loan funds are distributed in cheque form and are written directly to the creditor. Loans are repaid in monthly installments and repayment terms range between six months and 24 months. Program includes training and support in financial planning and management. Applicants must complete a pre-assessment form available online, and submit it by email, fax, or in person. Applicants must be 19 years of age or older, have a current bank account; have proof of a regular source of verifiable income which is sufficient to cover rent/living expenses; demonstrate the household is within income requirements; not be more than two months in arrears; be a Canadian citizen, landed immigrant, or permanent resident; have no undischarged bankruptcy; not be able to access any other forms of financial assistance; have two pieces of valid ID, one of which must be government-issued photo ID; demonstrate that the loan will stabilize their housing situation for 90 plus days. Serves the Thompson Nicola Regional District, which includes the communities of 70 Mile House, Ashcroft, Avola, Barriere, Blue River, Cache Creek, Cariboo, Chase, Clearwater, Kamloops, Lempriere, Little Fort, Logan Lake, Louis Creek, Lytton, McMurphy, Merritt, Quilchena, Savona, Stillwater, Sun Peaks, and Thunder River. Office hours are 9 am to 4 pm Monday to Friday. Funded by the BC Rent Bank.
Website

kamloopsefry.com/rent-bank
Address

827 Seymour Street
Kamloops, BC, V2C 3J4
Loans may also be issued for damage deposits, pet deposits, and first month's rent for low-income individuals and families who are moving into a new residence and are unable to meet these expenses. If approved, loan funds are distributed in cheque form and are written directly to the creditor. Loans are repaid in monthly installments and repayment terms range between six months and 24 months. Program includes training and support in financial planning and management. Applicants must complete a pre-assessment form available online, and submit it by email, fax, or in person. Applicants must be 19 years of age or older, have a current bank account; have proof of a regular source of verifiable income which is sufficient to cover rent/living expenses; demonstrate the household is within income requirements; not be more than two months in arrears; be a Canadian citizen, landed immigrant, or permanent resident; have no undischarged bankruptcy; not be able to access any other forms of financial assistance; have two pieces of valid ID, one of which must be government-issued photo ID; demonstrate that the loan will stabilize their housing situation for 90 plus days. Serves the Thompson Nicola Regional District, which includes the communities of 70 Mile House, Ashcroft, Avola, Barriere, Blue River, Cache Creek, Cariboo, Chase, Clearwater, Kamloops, Lempriere, Little Fort, Logan Lake, Louis Creek, Lytton, McMurphy, Merritt, Quilchena, Savona, Stillwater, Sun Peaks, and Thunder River. Office hours are 9 am to 4 pm Monday to Friday. Funded by the BC Rent Bank.

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Mailing Address

702-235 1st Avenue
Kamloops, BC, V2C 3J4

Contact

Phone 1: 250-374-2119

Phone 2: 1-877-374-2119

Fax: 250-314-1605

Email: rentbank@kamloopsefry.com

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Women's Housing Support Program

Provided by Kamloops and District Elizabeth Fry Society
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Provides practical and emotional support to help women who are on a low or fixed income to maintain housing or stabilize their housing situation.

Provides practical and emotional support to help women who are on a low or fixed income to maintain housing or stabilize their housing situation. Services include advocacy, individual and group support, and referrals to other community services. Activities include community kitchens, arts and crafts, and other activities chosen by participants. Provides mental health support for tenants with diagnosed or undiagnosed mental health issues.
Website

https://kamloopsefry.com/housing-and-resources
Address

827 Seymour Street
Kamloops, BC, V2C 3J4
Services include advocacy, individual and group support, and referrals to other community services. Activities include community kitchens, arts and crafts, and other activities chosen by participants. Provides mental health support for tenants with diagnosed or undiagnosed mental health issues.

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Mailing Address

827 Seymour Street
Kamloops, BC, V2C 3J4

Contact

Phone 1: 250-374-2119

Phone 2: 1-877-374-2119

Fax: 250-314-1605

Email: advocate@kamloopsefry.com

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Kamloops and District Elizabeth Fry Society

Website

Contact

Address

Mailing Address

6 services offered by: Kamloops and District Elizabeth Fry Society

Housing Programs

Website

Address

Mailing Address

Contact

Housing Resource Services

Website

Address

Mailing Address

Contact

Parent Support Program

Website

Address

Mailing Address

Contact

Rent Bank - Provincewide

Website

Address

Mailing Address

Contact

Rent Bank - Thompson-Nicola

Website

Address

Mailing Address

Contact

Women's Housing Support Program

Website

Address

Mailing Address

Contact