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...

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...

Distributes gaming funds to nonprofit organizations throughout BC to support their delivery of ongoing programs and services that meet the needs of their communities. See website for eligibility criteria, grant amounts, and how and when to apply. Mailed or ema...

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...

Provides free information and advice over the phone about the Disability Tax Credit, the Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP), trusts and estate planning, advocacy approaches, government benefit programs, and social network building. Advisors are family m...

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...

Dedicated to enhancing the quality of life, well-being, and independence of Canadians with disabilities by providing services and supports to promote access, inclusion, and opportunity. The Access 2 Entertainment Card Program allows persons with a disability t...

Provides grants to service providers to increase their capacity through the creation, expansion and development of programs to support individuals and families impacted by autism spectrum disorder (ASD). There are two streams of grants: Innovation Grants promo...

Aims to facilitate change in Canadian cities by working in collaboration with city builders and stakeholders on naturalization projects. Engages Canadians in creating and sustaining healthy urban environments in schools, public spaces, housing, and transit sys...

Provides funding to community-based projects serving pregnant women and parents or caregivers across Canada who are facing challenging life circumstances. Aims to improve the health and well-being of women and babies, increase the rates of healthy birth weight...

Provides funding to community-based programs that promote the healthy development of young children across Canada. Funds services for vulnerable children from birth to age six and their parents or caregivers. Program services may include child health and devel...

Works with key partners to promote the full inclusion and participation of Canadians with disabilities in all aspects of society and community life; strives to provide leadership and foster excellence for the Government of Canada in this area. The Registered D...

Provides grants and services to professional Canadian artists and arts organizations, in the areas of music, theatre, writing and publishing, visual arts, dance, media arts, and integrated multidisciplinary arts. Canada Council Art Bank rents contemporary Cana...

Canada's department responsible for national security and the safety of Canadians. Delivers crime prevention programs and develops federal policies for community safety, emergency management, law enforcement, and corrections. Also provides funding to develop, ...