Financial / Income Assistance / Govt Info - N. Kootenay Lake (Kaslo Area)

A non-profit credit counselling service dedicated to helping consumers resolve debt and money problems and gain control over their finances.more info

Assists individuals and families in need and provides services that move people towards sustainable employment when possible.more info

Available to EI eligible workers who must be absent from work for various reasons.more info

Administers several bursaries and funds for current and former BC foster children who wish to continue their education.more info

Individuals, families with children and seniors may be eligible for tax credits and various programs based on their previous year's annual income as reported to Revenue Canada through completing an income tax form.more info

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

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