A legal agreement between youth and Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) is available for youth ages 16 to 18 who cannot return home to their family for reasons of safety, and youth who have no parent or guardian willing to take responsibility fo...

Provides additional subsidies to child care providers to reduce costs for parents. Fee reductions under the program are $350 per month for group infant/toddler (under 36 months) care, $200 per month for family infant/toddler care, $100 per month for group chil...

Association representing housing co-ops in BC. Provides member co-ops with support, education, resources, consultation/mediation, news updates, advocacy, and group buying. Also provides an online directory of all BC housing co-ops. Administers two programs tha...

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 d...

The Personal Assistance Program provides financial aid to children with speech and hearing disorders up to age 19 for medical needs when funding is not available from other sources. Applications must be sponsored and submitted by an Elks or Royal Purple Lodge,...

Provides support and financial assistance to adults, children, and families who are affected by life threatening illnesses. The Rainy Day Fund provides monthly emergency payments to a maximum of $1,500 per family per year. Funds may be used for overdue rent an...

Facilitates low-cost orthodontic treatment of eligible children and youth under age 14. Application process includes financial assessment and those accepted are treated by a local participating orthodontist. One-time administrative fee of $500 is required. App...

Provides financial assistance to children and youth, ages four to 18, from financially disadvantaged families so they can participate in organized sports and physical activity programming; funds assist with costs associated with registration, equipment, and/or...