Financial / Income Assistance / Govt Info - Nelson Area & Slocan Valley

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

Office has information about powers of attorney, committees, representation agreements, wills and estates and can assist when a person is unable to manage his or her own affairs.more info

Upholds and protects the rights of all British Columbians under the age of 19.more info

Provides information on Provincial Government programs and can provide many direct services either online or in-person.more info

Offers information and support related to Government of Canada services and programsmore info

Offers student assistance through scholarships, entrance scholarships and awards, bursaries, work study programs and other means.more info

Helps eligible students with the costs of post secondary education through loans, grants, bursaries, scholarship and special programs.more info

Provides legal information, education and problem solving for low-income residents, offers community based victim services and is a Legal Aid community partner.more info

Provides services and benefits for current and former members of the Canadian Armed Forces and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) and their families more info

Offers dental care at a reduced cost to West Kootenay Boundary residents living on a low income more info