Offers financial support to individuals and families in need. Grants can cover clothing and footwear, food and basic household needs, and personal development or recreation. They can also cover medical expenses such as prosthetics, eyewear, home adjustments fo...

Allows individuals with a qualifying disability to request a refund (up to $500 each calendar year) of the provincial motor fuel tax. Eligible individuals must be 16 years or older; be the registered owner or lessee of a vehicle or have an ownership interest i...

A contracted service with people or families in the community who offer a home for someone with a diverse ability. Bethesda supports and monitors relationships between host families and people with diverse abilities. Home share providers are screened and match...

Offers affordable, flexible and individualized housing options for people with and without disabilities. The Intentional Community is a group of people who choose to live together with a common purpose, working cooperatively to create a lifestyle that reflects...

Provides information on tax credits and deductions available for persons with disabilities, their supporting family members, and their caregivers. Topics include Disability Tax Credit (DTC), medical expenses, disability supports deduction, Child Disability Ben...

A program for residents of the BC Transit service region who have a HandyPass (a photo identity card issued by BC Transit). A person is eligible for HandyPass if he or she has a permanent physical, sensory, or cognitive disability that prevents the use of regu...

Administers the adoption process in BC. Through the Adoption Reunion Registry, provides search, intermediary, and support services to those whose lives have been affected by an adoption in BC (www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/life-events/birth-adoption/adoptions/ado...

Provides financial assistance for the medical and respite needs of families with children up to 18 years of age who have severe disabilities and are being cared for at home. Application forms are available online, at local MCFD offices, and health units.

Hardship assistance is available to people who are not eligible for BCEA income or disability assistance, and have proven that all other funding sources have been exhausted; they must apply for BCEA to initiate the request. It is issued for only one month at a...

Provides a supplement to BCEA recipients as part of the cheque issued for December, to assist with extra expenses at Christmas. Phone service is available from 9 am to 4 pm Monday to Friday.

Provides a one-time grant to BCEA recipients, to cover costs of an unexpected, emergency need that could affect the health of the client or family, or the safety of a child. Phone service is available from 9 am to 4 pm Monday to Friday.

Tax credit assists seniors over age 65 and persons with disabilities with the cost of certain permanent home renovations to improve accessibility or be more functional or mobile at home. Applicant must be a resident of BC, and a senior or a family member livin...

Regional health authorities provide clinical and support services in partnership with the family physician, for adults who require assistance for acute, chronic, rehabilitative, and end-of-life care needs. Community Nursing and Community Rehabilitation Service...

Provides medical coverage to all eligible BC residents. Covers medically-required services by physicians and specialists (when referred by a physician), and diagnostic x-ray and laboratory services when ordered by a physician, midwife, podiatrist, or dental/or...

Assists in paying for eligible medications prescribed by a physician, dentist, midwife, nurse practitioner, optometrist, or podiatrist licensed and practicing in BC; insulin, needles, syringes, and insulin pumps, and insulin pump supplies for all people with d...

Provides financial assistance for services related to an adopted child or youth's special placement needs, including counselling, health assessments, special needs child care, corrective dental and orthotics, respite care, tutoring, homemakers, as well as spee...

Provides community planning and development, regional water systems, waste management, emergency services, animal control, bylaw enforcement, permits and licensing, regional parks, and recreation services. Owns and operates the Capital Region Housing Corporati...

An online list of hotel accommodations in BC that offer discounted rates for patients and their families who are required to travel out of town for non-emergency medical care. Guests are responsible for the total room cost. Listings are made available as a cou...

Offers programs and services that advance skills and knowledge, build capacity, and encourage growth in the area of arts-based community development. Through communication networks, education and training initiatives, and participation in provincial initiative...

Helps create and develop Canadian businesses through financing, venture capital, and consulting services, with a focus on small and medium-sized enterprises. Office hours are 9 am to 5 pm Monday to Friday.

Provides income assistance, disability assistance, and referral to employment services for individuals who are unemployed, underemployed, awaiting other income, or unable to work. Online applications are available at www.myselfserve.gov.bc.ca. Phone service is...

Funds and supports people, projects, and nonprofit organizations that make Greater Victoria communities stronger. Administers Community Grants to support charitable projects and Neighbourhood Small Grants (NSG) of up to $500 for residents to develop projects t...

Provides programs and services run by and for persons with disabilities. Works closely with people who have a disability and with other community organizations to find and remove barriers that prevent full participation in life. Office hours are 9 am to 4 pm M...

Works to identify and address social issues by connecting people and resources throughout southern Vancouver Island and the southern Gulf Islands. Aims to build a strong, caring, and inclusive community. Funds a network of local programs and services to help p...

Provides advocacy to people with disabilities, support and assistance to ensure full participation in community and society, and information enabling people to access services to which they are entitled. Provides referrals to Access Pro Bono for legal assistan...