Geographic Areas Served: Castlegar - Nelson Area & Slocan Valley

Monitors, analyzes, provides information and makes recommendations regarding seniors services and issues in B.C. more info

Works to ensure that Veterans and their families are treated fairly and have access to the programs and services that contribute to their wellbeing. Also studies and recommends ways to make these programs better.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

Free, take-home, cooked meals picked up or delivered every Thursday from September to June more info

Uses prescribed medications to treat people with opioid use disorders. These medications provide stable, long acting relief from withdrawal and cravings and can improve health outcomes.more info

OPT Selkirk is a drop-in clinic offering free information on sexuality, birth control, reproductive health and sexually transmitted infections. more info

Confidential phone line and website with information about sexuality, emergency contraception, birth control, relationships, HIV/AIDS, sexually transmitted infections, pregnancy options.more info