Basic Needs / Support - N. Kootenay Lake (Kaslo Area)

Supports and involves seniors by providing information, referrals and advocacy.more info

The store sells used and vintage clothing, furniture and household goods and has a textile recycling program. more info

Provides information, support, education and training with regard to personal planning, including Representation Agreementsmore info

A supportive program that includes housing for women (with or without children) who have left abusive relationships or have experienced past abuse.more info

The Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) is paid to seniors who receive the Old Age Security (OAS) Pension and whose income is under certain thresholds.more info

The Old Age Security (OAS) Pension is paid to Canadian citizens or legal residents who are age 65 and over and who have met the residence requirements.more info

Benefits paid to the aged 60 to 64 spouse of a senior (or a deceased senior) who is receiving the Old Age Security Pension and the Guaranteed Income Supplement. Certain other criteria must also be met.more info

Provides help, through a transportation funding program, to runaway youth, ages 16 - 19, who want to return home.more info

Website based service for people on welfare, advocates and community groups who are involved in anti-poverty work in BC.more info

A low interest loan program that assists qualifying BC homeowners in paying their annual property taxes.more info