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- [New MCFD SAJE Mental Health and Counselling Benefit & Life-skills, Training and Cultural Connections Funding](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/new-mcfd-saje-mental-health-and-counselling-benefit-life-skills-training-and-cultural/) - Effective November 20, 2023, Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) is introducing a new Mental Health and Counselling Benefit of $1,500 per year for young adults on an Agreements with Young Adults (AYA), Temporary Housing Agreements (THA) or Temporary Support Agreements (TSA). Additionally, any young adult in the AYA program who is focused on
- [Bursary Applications are now OPEN!](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/bursary-applications-are-now-open/) - If you are a youth from care, or former youth from care and are planning to attend any sort of training or post-secondary program, you may be eligible to apply for one or more of these Bursaries! There are three separate Bursaries, each with their own criteria, so head to our website to learn more.
- [MCFD’s $600-a-month Rent Supplement 4th Intake Period Opens February 20](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/mcfds-600-a-month-rent-supplement-4th-intake-period-opens-february-20/) - The 4th intake period for the MCFD Rent Supplement opens soon! MCFD’s $600-a-month Rent Supplement applications are back! Eligible young adults can apply for the the 4th intake period between February 20, 2024, at 8:00 AM and March 3, 2024, at 11:59 PM. Eligible young adults can access a $600-a-month rent supplement for up to
- [New Mental Health Quest is live!](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/new-mental-health-quest-live/) - We're thrilled to announce the launch of our latest quest on AgedOut.com, dedicated to supporting your mental health! The quest is live now, so get ready to embark on an empowering journey to enhance your mental health and overall well-being! Click here to check it out! Questions? Email: info@agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com
- [Mental health and wellness support for those affected by wildfires](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/mental-health-and-wellness-support-those-affected-wildfires/) - Kids Help Phone is available 24/7 for people experiencing the impacts of extreme weather. Their free e-mental health services are open to support people across Canada. Stay Safe! Click here for more information.
- [MCFD Rent Supplement Program 3rd Intake Period Opens August 14th!](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/mcfd-rent-supplement-program-3rd-intake-period-opens-august-14th/) - The 3rd intake period for the MCFD Rent Supplement opens soon! MCFD’s $600-a-month Rent Supplement applications are back! Eligible young adults can apply for the third intake between August 14, 2023 at 8:00 AM until August 28, 2023 at 11:59 PM on the SAJE Housing Supports page here. Through this program, eligible young adults can
- [Newly named SAJE supports offer youth in care a stronger path to adulthood](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/newly-named-saje-supports-offer-youth-care-stronger-path-adulthood/) - Strengthening Abilities and Journeys of Empowerment (SAJE) program (new name!) Services and supports through SAJE have been available to youth and young adults 19 and older since 2022. The program is continuing to expand and improve. Recent enhancements include: $600 every two years for glasses and contacts, which has expanded to include eye exams; dental coverage
- [Learning for Future Grant and YEAF Transition Plan](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/learning-future-grant-and-yeaf-transition-plan/) - • StudentAid BC is bringing in a new Learning for Future Grant for former youth in care that expands on and will replace the Youth Educational Assistance Fund. • The new Learning for Future Grant will be available to eligible Provincial Tuition Waiver recipients effective August 1, 2023. • Applications for the Youth Educational Assistance
- [Youth Transitions Improved Supports](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/youth-transitions-improved-supports/) - MCFD is pleased to share the recent and upcoming improvements to the Youth Transitions program. Below you will find important information on enhanced supports for young adults transitioning into adulthood. Temporary Housing and Temporary Support Agreements Changes – effective April 3, 2023 MCFD is introducing additional flexibility for housing options: Eligible young adults on a
- [Mentorship program development survey!](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/mentorship-program-development-survey/) - We need your input for the development of a youth mentorship program! We want to know what type of mentorship program would be most helpful to you. You will be entered into a draw to win 1 of 3 $50 gift cards! If you're a youth in or from care and have: Previously or are currently participating
- [Bursary applications to open March 3rd !](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/bursary-applications-open-march-3rd/) - The BC Orca Bursary Program was established by a generous group of philanthropists who want to provide financial and other support to current or former youth in government (foster) care who are pursuing post-secondary studies. Twenty bursaries will be awarded in 2023. Apply now! Read more about the BC Orca Bursary Program. The Joy MacPhail Youth Bursary, established in 2022 with funding
- [Help find a new name for MCFD's new youth transitions program and workers!](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/help-find-new-name-mcfds-new-youth-transitions-program-and-workers/) - Earlier this year, the Government of B.C. announced funding for a new youth transitions program and workers. The program will support youth from care, from the age of 19 until their 27th birthday. New workers will provide transition planning supports for youth in and from care as early as age 14, up until their 25th
- [One-time top-up to the Canada Housing Benefit](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/one-time-top-canada-housing-benefit/) - The one-time top-up to the Canada Housing Benefit aims to help low-income renters with the cost of renting. You may be eligible for a tax-free one-time payment of $500 if your income and the amount that you pay on rent qualify. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) administers this one-time payment. To apply for this new
- [New Canada Dental Benefit](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/new-canada-dental-benefit/) - The interim Canada Dental Benefit is intended to help lower dental costs for eligible families earning less than $90,000 per year. Parents and guardians can apply if the child receiving dental care is under 12 years old and does not have access to a private dental insurance plan. Depending on your adjusted family net income, a tax-free payment
- [MCFD has launched a public engagement on the oversight of social work in B.C.](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/mcfd-has-launched-public-engagement-oversight-social-work-bc/) - The Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) has launched a public engagement on the oversight of social work in B.C. This engagement is exploring the current state of social work oversight, including what is working well and opportunities for improvement. It will allow for MCFD to develop a better understanding of the diverse range
- [Youth with disabilities town hall - Virtual](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/youth-disabilities-town-hall-virtual/) - Employment and Social Development Canada is holding a virtual Youth with Disabilities Town Hall on Monday, December 5, 2022, from 8:00am - 10:00am (PST). They are inviting youth (15-30 years old) with lived experience to participate in this event. Registration ends Nov 30th, 2022 at 2:00pm (PST). The Town Hall will focus on two key
- [New Housing Supports Rent Supplement Applications Open Oct 17th - Nov 1st!](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/new-housing-supports-rent-supplement-applications-open-oct-17th-nov-1st-0/) - The application period for Rent Supplements opens on October 17, 2022 at 8:30 AM and closes on November 1, 2022 at 11:59 PM. Earlier this year the province announced it's investing $35 million over the next 3 years into programs and services for young adults from government care to better support them as they transition into adulthood.
- [Applications for the Vancouver Film Studio Indigenous Bursaries are now open!](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/applications-vancouver-film-studio-indigenous-bursaries-are-now-open/) - This program was established this year in partnership with the Vancouver Film Studio and is intended to award financial assistance to indigenous persons who plan to pursue any kind of formal or informal career-related education or training in British Columbia. This includes, but is not limited to, post-secondary education, short or long certification programs, diplomas,
- [New Housing Supports Rent Supplement Applications Open Oct 17th - Nov 1st!](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/new-housing-supports-rent-supplement-applications-open-oct-17th-nov-1st/) - The application period for Rent Supplements opens on October 17, 2022 at 8:30 AM and closes on November 1, 2022 at 11:59 PM. Earlier this year the province announced it's investing $35 million over the next 3 years into programs and services for young adults from government care to better support them as they transition into adulthood.
- [Employment income now EXEMPT from AYA](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/employment-income-now-exempt-aya/) - Earlier this year the province announced it's investing $35 million over the next 3 years into programs and services for young adults from government care to better support them as they transition into adulthood. A part of this commitment includes the introduction of a no-limit earnings or income exemption in 2022, so that young adults will not
- [2022 BC Government budget announcements](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/2022-bc-government-budget-announcements/) - The Government of BC announced its budget for 2022. Included in this announcement is $35 million dollars in funding over the next three years, that will directly support youth in care beyond their 19th birthdays. Highlights from the 2022 Budget that will directly support youth in and from care in BC: - Beginning in 2022/23,
- [Federation of BC Youth in Care Networks Wellness Bursary](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/federation-bc-youth-care-networks-wellness-bursary/) - The Federation of BC Youth in Care Networks Wellness Support Bursary opens December 6th. The Wellness Support Bursary can provide youth in and from care ages 14-24 with up to $1,000 to go towards an accredited/registered wellness service or program. With the Wellness Support Bursary, you can access things like counselling, talk or art therapy,
- [Phones4Youth program!](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/phones4youth-program/) - The Phones4Youth program will distribute smartphones from Telus to every B.C. youth in care aged 13 or older, regardless of their care status! Check out the full announcement here.
- [Covid-19 supports for youth have been extended until March 31st, 2022!](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/covid-19-supports-youth-have-been-extended-until-march-31st-2022/) - Covid-19 supports for youth have been extended until March 31st, 2022! Check out our Covid-19 info page for more details or read the official statement here.
- [Regional restrictions in place for people who live in Interior Health and Northern Health](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/regional-restrictions-place-people-who-live-interior-health-and-northern-health/) - Click here for more information on restrictions in the Interior Health Region and in the Northern Health Region.
- [Provincial Health order update](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/provincial-health-order-update-1/) - *New* By order of the Provincial Health Officer (PHO), proof of vaccination will be required to access some events, services and businesses. This means: As of September 13th, in order to access some events and services you will need to have at least 1 dose of the Covid-19 vaccine and by October 24th, be fully vaccinated. Click here to
- [Masks now mandatory in all indoor public spaces](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/masks-now-mandatory-all-indoor-public-spaces/) - Masks are now mandatory in all public indoor places for all people aged 12+. Click here for a complete list.
- [BC's Restart plan - Step 3](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/bcs-restart-plan-step-3/) - BC's Restart plan is a careful, four-step plan to bring B.C. back together. BC is now in step 3 until at least September 7th 2021. Check out our Covid-19 info page for more details.
- [BC's Restart plan - Step 2](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/bcs-restart-plan-step-2/) - BC's Restart plan is a careful, four-step plan to bring B.C. back together. As of June 15th, 2021 we are now in step 2. Please check out our Covid-19 info page for more details.
- [Ages 12+ can now register for their Covid-19 vaccination](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/ages-12-can-now-register-their-covid-19-vaccination/) - Vaccines do more than protect the people getting vaccinated, they also help to protect everyone around them. The more people in a community who are immunized and protected from COVID-19, the harder it is for COVID-19 to spread. The best source of COVID-19 vaccine information is the BCCDC. Everyone 12+ (born in 2009 or earlier) can register! Find
- [Covid-19 Restart plan](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/covid-19-restart-plan/) - BC's Restart is a careful, four-step plan to bring B.C. back together. As of May 25, we can gradually begin to restart our important social connections, businesses and activities. BC is now in step 1 until at least June 15th. Check out AgedOut.com's Covid-19 info page for more details.
- [Celebrate BC Child and Youth in Care Week with AgedOut.com!](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/celebrate-bc-child-and-youth-care-week-agedoutcom-0/) - Celebrate BC Youth in Care Week with AgedOut.com! Check out AgedOut.com's Facebook page for more details!
- [Engagement sessions with MCFD and the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Training](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/engagement-sessions-mcfd-and-ministry-advanced-education-and-skills-training/) - Do you identify as a current or former youth in care? Are you attending or planning to attend post-secondary studies like trades training, college or university or complete high school upgrading? Have you used any of the programs listed below? Agreements with Young Adults (AYA) Provincial Tuition Waiver Program (PTWP) Youth Educational Assistance Fund (YEAF)
- [AFABC is hiring a Youth Programs Manager](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/afabc-hiring-youth-programs-manager/) - Adoptive Families Association of BC is hiring a Youth Programs Manager! Click here for more details and how to apply.
- [Provincial Health order update](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/provincial-health-order-update-0/) - Provincial health orders extended until May 25th at 11:59pm. The following restrictions have been put in place to significantly reduce COVID-19 transmission related to social interactions and travel. That means: No indoor social gatherings of ANY size with anyone other than your household, or if you live alone, your core bubble. Groups of up to 10 people can
- [Covid-19 resourses](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/covid-19-resourses/) - AgedOut.com has a Covid-19 info page - click here to check it out!
- [Updated Covid 19 guidelines](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/updated-covid-19-guidelines/) - As of March 29th 2021, new restrictions are set in place until April 19th at 11:59pm. Please check out our Covid-19 info page for more details.
- [MCFD supports extended until March 31st, 2022!](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/mcfd-supports-extended-until-march-31st-2022/) - MCFD supports extended until March 31st, 2022! All youth who are set to transition at age 19 will continue to receive housing and financial support past their 19th birthday, until March 31, 2022. This means youth who are currently living in foster care, contracted residential agencies or with relatives through an out-of-care arrangement, such as
- [Provincial Health order update](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/provincial-health-order-update/) - *NEW* Provincial health orders in place until January 8th, 2021. By order and direction of the Provincial Health Officer (PHO), all events and social gatherings are suspended to significantly reduce COVID-19 transmission related to social interactions and travel. That means: SOCIAL GATHERINGS: • No social gatherings of ANY size. • No community-based social gatherings. • No unnecessary travel.
- [NEW public health order and update on rent increases](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/new-public-health-order-and-update-rent-increases/) - Rent freezes have been extended until July 10th 2021! This means that your rent cannot be increased until July 10th 2021 and if you have already received a rental increase notice, those are cancelled. Click here to read the offical announcement. NEW Public health order in place until November 23rd 2020: Dr. Henry has issued
- [AgedOut.com contest winners!](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/agedoutcom-contest-winners/) - AgedOut.com 5000 contests winners! Thank you to all that participated in our contests and helped us reach this amazing milestone! Our winners for the youth contest are – Melanie H, Ashley M, Katie K, Ha f, Madison H! Our winners for the MCFD/DAA and service providers contest are – Amy M, Abby L, Amanda W,
- [Game On! AgedOut 5000 contests!](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/game-agedout-5000-contests/) - AgedOut.com is very excited to announce that we have reached 5000 registered users! To celebrate this milestone we are having 2 contests! One that is open to ALL youth in and from care (anyone with lived experience in care regardless of age!) and one for service providers that work with youth! Click here for details on
- [AgedOut.com lifeskills! 3 step guide](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/agedoutcom-lifeskills-3-step-guide/) - AgedOut.com has received a lot of emails from young people who wanted help to use the website for life skills. So, we developed a process to help young people in and from care create their very own life skills program. This three step program is super easy. If you have any questions or want to learn
- [Mosaic has a new Youth Wellness Hub for newcomer youth](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/mosaic-has-new-youth-wellness-hub-newcomer-youth/) - Check out Mosaic's new supports! MOSAIC has launched a Youth Wellness Hub! This is available to newcomer youth in the lower mainland (ages 15-29) regardless of immigration status. To find out more, please email Monica Navarro at mnavarro@mosaicbc.org.
- [TELUS Mobility for Good now available across Canada!](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/telus-mobility-good-now-available-across-canada/) - TELUS Mobility for Good is now available to youth in and from care across Canada! Click here for more details.
- [COVID-19 tips from the Foundry](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/covid-19-tips-foundry/) - Check out this great COVID-19 guide for youth made by the Foundry! Click here to see the full guide.
- [Updates to financial supports available during COVID-19](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/updates-financial-supports-available-during-covid-19/) - Updates to financial supports available during COVID-19 *NEW* Canada Recovery Benefit The new Canada Recovery Benefit begins September 27, 2020 and will be avilable for one year. It will provide $400 per week for up to 26 weeks to workers who are not eligible for EI. Click here for more details. *NEW* Canada Recovery Sickness Benefit The new Canada
- [Updates to AgedOut.com's Find Scholarship and Bursaries info page](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/updates-agedoutcoms-find-scholarship-and-bursaries-info-page/) - We have recently added application deadlines to our Find Scholarships and Bursaries info page to make it easier to see what you can apply for and when. Click here and check it out!
- [AgedOut.com newsletter](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/agedoutcom-newsletter/) - AgedOut.com's August newsletter was just sent out! Click here to view it Click here to sign up and receive future newsletters
- [MCFD complaints process added to our Representative for Children and Youth info page](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/mcfd-complaints-process-added-our-representative-children-and-youth-info-page/) - We have updated our Get help from the Representative for Children and Youth info page: MCFD has a complaint process in place to ensure that your voice is heard, and your needs are met. Advocates such as the RCY can help you make a complaint. We’ve added details on MCFD’s complaints process here.
- [New BC Access Grant](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/new-bc-access-grant/) - The Province of BC has announced the new B.C Access Grant. Students who apply for a student loan as of September 2020 will automatically be assessed for the B.C Access Grant. Click here to learn more.
- [AgedOut.com's July newsletter](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/agedoutcoms-july-newsletter/) - AgedOut.com's July newsletter was just sent out! Click here to view it: https://src.campayn.com/stakmails/web_version/f883e8a411bc054892a2539cb6... Click here to sign up and receive future newsletters: https://bcadoption.campayn.com/contact_list_form/signup/75482
- [COVID-19 Temporary Lifeskills program](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/covid-19-temporary-lifeskills-program/) - Check out this infograph about the Temporary Life-Skills Program. Supports have been extended until September 30th!
- [COVID-19 supports have been extended until September 30th!](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/covid-19-supports-have-been-extended-until-september-30th/) - Great news! COVID-19 supports have been extended for youth and young adults until September 30th, 2020! This means that youth will not age out during this time and independent living and youth agreements will be extended. Young adults on an AYA will also continue to receive funding. Check out our COVID-19 info page for more
- [Recent changes to the TELUS Mobility for Good program](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/recent-changes-telus-mobility-good-program/) - To make it easier for youth to apply, TELUS Mobility for Good (M4G) is now fully administered by TELUS (previously shared with Children’s Aid Foundation of Canada). As of December 1, 2019, the M4G plan now includes the Peace of Mind functionality which throttles down the data speed after 3 GB and does not charge for the
- [National Indigenous Day writing contest](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/national-indigenous-day-writing-contest/) - In honour of National Indigenous Day, Fraser Valley Aboriginal Children and Family Services Society are hosting a writing contest! What does being Indigenous mean to you? There will be four categories of prizes: 1) Ages 3 to 6 2) Ages 7 to 10 3) Ages 11 to 14 4) Ages 15 to 24 Prizes in each
- [Celebrate BC Child and Youth in Care Week with AgedOut.com!](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/celebrate-bc-child-and-youth-care-week-agedoutcom/) - AgedOut.com is hosting a creative wall to celebrate BC Child and Youth in Care Week! We will post a daily theme on our Facebook page at 12pm Monday, June 1st - Friday, June 5th. Contribute your art to that post before midnight! Art can include photos, drawings, poetry, GIF's, open to any creative mediums! There
- [*NEW* Temporary Life Skills Program](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/new-temporary-life-skills-program/) - MCFD temporary Life Skills Programs is available to youth who are currently on an AYA or who will age out on AYA between April 1 and June 30, 2020: MCFD has relaxed the requirements to a minimum of 5 hours per week of online programs (down from 12). MCFD has also relaxed and added many
- [AgedOut's Life Essentials hangouts!](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/agedouts-life-essentials-hangouts/) - Join AgedOut.com daily from 12:30pm - 1:30pm on Zoom for our new Life Essentials Hangouts! - It's approved to meet the requirments of the Temporary Life Skills Program. To join, download Zoom and click this link or open up Zoom and enter this Meeting ID: 858 0713 7337
- [Representative for Children and Youth update](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/representative-children-and-youth-update/) - Representative for Children and youth (RCY) staff have transitioned to work remotely and their advocates are available and ready to help despite the current unique challenges. If you need support from the RCY call 1-800-476-3933. They also invite community agencies and service providers to apprise us of any issues and concerns with service delivery and the
- [AgedOut.com daily Zoom hangout!](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/agedoutcom-daily-zoom-hangout/) - Join AgedOut.com daily from 12:30pm - 1:30pm on Zoom for our new Life Essentials Hangouts! - It's approved to meet the requirments of the Temporary Life Skills Program. To join, download Zoom and click this link or open up Zoom and enter this Meeting ID: 858 0713 7337
- [AgedOut.com's response to COVID-19](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/agedoutcoms-response-covid-19/) - AgedOut.com has a COVID 19 info page that is updated daily. Click here to check it out. We also recommend that you like our AgedOut Facebook page as we post a lot more local or non provincial support on there. You can also join on daily on Zoom for AgedOut.com's Life Essentials Hangout To join, download Zoom and click this link
- [Extended supports help youth in care during pandemic](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/extended-supports-help-youth-care-during-pandemic/) - Youth in care will not age out of services during the COVID-19 pandemic and those who have recently aged out will get extra assistance. “During these uncertain times, youth deserve our steady, consistent support to help them through,” said Katrine Conroy, Minister of Children and Family Development. “We don’t want anyone to fall through the
- [Tips for managing anxiety around Covid-19](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/tips-managing-anxiety-around-covid-19/) - This is a poster from Fraser Health about managing anxiety around Covid-19. Please get a hold of us at info@agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com if you need someone to talk to or use our chat line on the website.
- [Free child and youth legal clinic](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/free-child-and-youth-legal-clinic/) - The Society for Children and Youth of BC has a free legal clinic on the second and fourth Tuesday of every month! Time: 2:30pm - 5:00pm Location #303 - 1720 Grant Street, Vancouver Questions? cycl@scyofbc.org
- [Stand up for Kids National Award](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/stand-kids-national-award/) - Do you know someone who makes a difference in the lives of youth who are in or from care? Submit your nomination to Children's Aid Foundation of Canada for the third annual Lynn Factor Stand Up for Kids National Award! Nomination criteria and eligibility requirements can be found here Click here to submit your nomination Submission deadline: March
- [Logo Contest!](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/logo-contest/) - Metis Nation British Columbia's Metis Youth BC Committee (MYBC) just announced their design a logo contest! Deadline to submit - March 19th 2020 Send submissions to Brittney at bbertrand@mnbc.ca MYBC created this opportunity as a way to display the talents of incredible young artists though the creation of a new logo for the MYBC committee. The
- [Telus Mobility for Good Update!](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/telus-mobility-good-update/) - We heard you! AgedOut.com has received several emails and comments from you about your frustration with this program. Please do not give up! This is a great program and worth up to $1,000 for young adults with care experience aged 19 to 26. Already 400 BC young adults have applied and 350 have their phones
- [Need additional money while on a tuition waiver?](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/need-additional-money-while-tuition-waiver/) - The Youth Futures Education Fund (YFEF) is available to all young people on tuition waivers at all 25 post-secondary education institutions in BC. We are excited to have the contact information for your post-secondary here. We strongly encourage you to apply if you need support for text books, child care, rent and expenses. More information on
- [Telus Mobility for Good Program!](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/telus-mobility-good-program/) - Introducing the TELUS’ Mobility for Good (M4G) Program Are you a young person who is between the ages of 19 and 26? Were you in the care of the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) or a Delegated Aboriginal Agency (DAA) or on a Youth Agreement (YAG) and aged out at 19? OR
- [New info page!](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/new-info-page/) - Ever wonder what Friendship centres do or offer? Want more opportunities to connect to indigenous culture? Click here for our new info page on Friendship centres in BC!
- [New on AgedOut](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/new-agedout/) - Ever had trouble with BC Hydro bills? Check out their new crisis grant! Available until 2021, it provides financial support to BC Hydro clients of any age who experience temporary financial crisis. Click here to see the full info page on how to apply!
- [Check out our new quests under Personal life!](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/check-out-our-new-quests-under-personal-life/) - Prepare to Reconnect Meet our characters Avery, Chris, Janie and Terry as they go on a Canoe journey and explore what it means to reconnect. Throughout their journey they discuss the pros and cons of reconnection to family, extended family and culture while in care and once out of care. They talk about expectations and boundaries
- [Legislative amendment affects youth in care aging out](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/legislative-amendment-affects-youth-care-aging-out/) - The Public Guardian and Trustee (PGT) protects the legal and financial interests of clients such as children and youth who are in the continuing care of the province, have no legal guardian or are undergoing adoption. As your property guardian, the PGT’s job is to investigate potential legal claims and ensure that you receive any
- [Take the Wheel is back!](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/take-wheel-back/) - The Federation of BC Youth in Care Networks is excited to announce the relaunch of the Take the Wheel Bursary Program. Take the Wheel will support youth in and from care in helping to remove barriers that prevent them from obtaining their license in BC. Take the Wheel consists of the Driver Training Bursary and
- [Expanded Tuition Waiver Program to include trades](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/expanded-tuition-waiver-program-include-trades/) - Effective July 2018, the Provincial Tuition Waiver program will support former young people in and from government care who want to get into construction trades programs delivered through a foundation program or apprenticeship training by a union trainer. The 10 union trainers are: Construction & Specialized Workers' Union D.C. 38 Joint Trade Society Electrical Joint
- [Expanded AYA Program - Agreements With Young Adults](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/expanded-aya-program-agreements-young-adults/)
- [New Tuition Waivers](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/new-tuition-waivers/) - Effective September 2017, young people in and from government care have access to free tuition at all 25 post-secondary institutions in BC. https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/education/new-tuition-waivers
- [Free tuition at all 25 of BC's public post-secondary institutions](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/free-tuition-all-25-bcs-public-post-secondary-institutions/) - Young people leaving foster care now will have access to free tuition at all 25 of British Columbia’s public post-secondary institutions, Premier John Horgan announced today. This program – previously only available at 11 public post-secondary institutions – provides tuition waivers to former kids in care, who are less likely to have access to post-secondary
- [New quests and info pages](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/new-quests-and-info-pages/) - You can now learn money skills and food skills on Aged Out! We're excited to share two new quests with you! Check out Money Sense (under the Money and Income topic) - this animated quest is a partnership with the Public Guardian and Trustee (PGT). Meet our characters Sam and Alex as they journey through a dream

## Pages

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- [VFS Bursary Application (Ver 2)](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/vfs-bursary-application-ver-2/) - Belonging Network (Agedout) Bursary Application Form Application Deadline: DATE TO BE DETERMINED at 11:59 PM(Midnight) Bursary Information: This application form is for the following two bursaries available through the Belonging Network: The Vancouver Film Studios Indigenous Bursary Program This bursary was established in 2022 in partnership with Vancouver Film Studios. It provides financial assistance to Indigenous
- [VFS Bursary Application Form](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/vfs-bursary-application-form/)
- [My Account](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/my-account/) - I'm Feeling Saved Pages No data was found Saved Pages No data was found News - Unread Items Bursary Applications are now OPEN! MCFD’s $600-a-month Rent Supplement 4th Intake Period Opens February 20 New MCFD SAJE Mental Health and Counselling Benefit & Life-skills, Training and Cultural Connections Funding News - Unread Items Bursary Applications are
- [Know your rights as a tenant](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/housing/know-your-rights-as-a-tenant/) - Housing Know your rights as a tenant You have rights as a tenant. If you understand your rights, you'll probably feel more prepared to handle conflicts with your landlord. Below are tools and resources to help you learn more about your rights as a tenant. What are my rights? Paying rent and other fees Application Fees are illegal. You
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- [FAQ](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/faq/) - Have a question that’s not answered below? Send it to us at info@agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com!What can I learn on AgedOut.com?AgedOut.com provides you with a variety of resources, life skills, and information for your journey out of care.I live outside the Lower Mainland. Can I still get relevant information for my community?Yes. AgedOut.com is a provincial website that
- [Site Tutorial](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/site-tutorial/) - listen Site Tutorial Check out our series of tutorial videos! Tutorial: Get the help you need Tutorial: Info pages Tutorial: Service info pages Related info on this site Getting the Most out of Aged Out (tutorial quest) View All News & Events sign up for our newsletter
- [Crisis](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/crisis/) - In a personal crisis?Contact the Crisis Centre. They’re available anytime day or night.Call 1-800-784-2433 or Chat.Learn more about the Crisis Centre.More comfortable with a text? TEXT CONNECT 24/7 to 686868 – Kids Help Phone. Learn more about the Kids Help Phone.Need help with our site?Chat with someone! We are available intermittently throughout the week, and will do our best to respond within a
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- [Glossary_](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/glossary/) - Come across a word that you're not sure about? The following alphabetical list contains words, acronyms, and systems that are frequently used when talking about aging out of care. Have we missed something? Contact info@agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com with your suggestions! All0-9ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ0-954.1 Transfer of CustodyA legal transfer of the child’s custody from the government to a new guardian
- [Glossary](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/glossary_old/) - Glossary Come across a word that you’re not sure about? The following alphabetical list contains words, acronyms, and systems that are frequently used when talking about aging out of care.Have we missed something? Contact info@agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com with your suggestions!
- [News & Events](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news-and-events/) - News & Events Bursary Applications are now OPEN! Fri, 01/03/2024 If you are a youth from care, or former youth from care and are planning to attend any sort of training or post-secondary program, you may be eligible to apply for one or more of these Bursaries! There are three MCFD’s $600-a-month Rent Supplement 4th
- [Developer Testing](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/developer-testing/) - We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our latest quest on AgedOut.com, dedicated to supporting your mental health!The quest is live now, so get ready to embark on an empowering journey to enhance your mental health and overall well-being! Click here to check it out! Questions? Email: info@agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing
- [My account](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/my-account-old/)
- [Manage Profile](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/manage-profile/)
- [About This Site](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/about-this-site/) - What's this site all about? AgedOut.com is for young adults who were in government care in BC. It’s an up-to-date warehouse of information on resources and services available to young adults and a learning tool to help people feel empowered as they leave care.We built AgedOut.com after listening to the voices of former youth in care to make sure
- [Balance Remaining](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/balance-remaining/)
- [Register](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/register/) - Create account We need to get some of your personal information to give you an account on AgedOut.com.The following information is required for registration: Legal First Name * Legal Last Name * Preferred Name Date of Birth * Username * This is the name you'll use to log in. It needs to be unique. Spaces
- [Supporting Indigenous Communities](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/supporting-indigenous-communities/) - Supporting Indigenous Communities About this logo This logo recognizes and honours the unique Indigenous peoples in our community and affirms our commitment to the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action.The inukshuk is a symbol of the Inuit people. For more information please refer to Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami, The National Representational Organization Protecting and Advancing the Rights
- [About AFABC](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/about-afabc/) - About AFABC The Adoptive Families Association of BC is dedicated to supporting youth in and from government care, adoptees, and adoptive families across British Columbia. We offer youth bursaries as well as programs like AgedOut.com. This program gives youth a place to be heard, feel supported, and develop life skills.We also promote awareness of the thousands of BC kids and youth in the
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## Image Hotspot

- [Preparing for tough conversations](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/points_image/preparing-for-tough-conversations/)
- [Having tough conversations](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/points_image/having-tough-conversations/)
- [How do I know if I’m getting triggered?](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/points_image/how-do-i-know-if-im-getting-triggered/)
- [exploring my identity](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/points_image/exploring-my-identity/)
- [good friend](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/news/points_image/good-friend/)
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## Topics

- [Relationships & Connections](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topics/relationships-connections/)
- [Housing](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topics/housing/)
- [Health & Wellness](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topics/health-wellness/)
- [Education](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topics/education/)
- [ID Needs](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topics/id-needs/)
- [Personal Life](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topics/personal-life/)
- [Money & Income](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topics/money-income/)

## Topic Resources

- [Abusive relationships](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/abusive-relationships/)
- [Having tough conversations](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/having-tough-conversations/)
- [Prepare to re-connect](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/prepare-re-connect/) - There are a lot of different reasons why you might want to re-connect with your birth family, extended family and culture. Attempts to re-connect can bring up mixed emotions and old feelings. Whatever your reason, take the steps to be prepared before, during and after the re-connection.
- [Preparing for tough conversations](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/preparing-tough-conversations/) - There are a lot of different reasons why you might want to re-connect with your birth family, extended family and culture. Attempts to re-connect can bring up mixed emotions and old feelings. Whatever your reason, take the steps to be prepared before, during and after the re-connection.
- [Den Test Lesson](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/10387/)
- [Métis Culture](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/m-tis-culture-2/)
- [Abusive relationships](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/abusive-relationships-2/)
- [Aboriginal Friendship Centres](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/aboriginal-friendship-centres-2/)
- [Federation of BC Youth in Care Networks](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/federation-of-bc-youth-in-care-networks-2/)
- [Life skills](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/life-skills-2/)
- [Inuit Culture](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/inuit-culture-2/)
- [Exploring my identity](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/exploring-my-identity-2/)
- [Having tough conversations](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/having-tough-conversations-2/)
- [Find community groups and drop-ins](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/find-community-groups-and-drop-ins-2/)
- [Building my personal network](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/building-my-personal-network-2/) - Your personal network is your entire web of relationships. Healthy relationships with the people around you can make your life better. Whether your network is large or small, think about who’s part of it and how you can make it stronger.
- [Preparing for tough conversations](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/preparing-tough-conversations-2/) - There are a lot of different reasons why you might want to re-connect with your birth family, extended family and culture. Attempts to re-connect can bring up mixed emotions and old feelings. Whatever your reason, take the steps to be prepared before, during and after the re-connection.
- [How to get your MCFD file](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/how-get-your-mcfd-file-2/)
- [Youth Justice Information](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/youth-justice-information-2/)
- [What are my rights as a Youth in Care](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/what-are-my-rights-youth-care-2/)
- [SAJE Navigators & Guides](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/saje-navigators-guides-2/)
- [Get help from the Representative for Children and Youth](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/get-help-representative-children-and-youth-2/)
- [Legal Help for Children & Youth](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/legal-help-children-youth-2/)
- [Learn about permanency](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/learn-about-permanency-2/)
- [Prepare to re-connect](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/prepare-re-connect-2/) - There are a lot of different reasons why you might want to re-connect with your birth family, extended family and culture. Attempts to re-connect can bring up mixed emotions and old feelings. Whatever your reason, take the steps to be prepared before, during and after the re-connection.
- [Vote in a federal, provincial, or local election](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/vote-in-a-federal-provincial-or-local-election-2/)
- [How to change your gender marker](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/how-tchange-your-gender-marker/)
- [SAJE Planning](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/saje-planning/)
- [SAJE Navigators & Guides](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/saje-navigators-guides/)
- [SAJE Income Supports](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/saje-income-supports/) - Under the new SAJE benefits and supports, eligible young adults can receive Unconditional Income Support (UIS) for 12 months between their 19th and 20th birthday and ongoing Conditional Income Support (CIS) from 20 to their 27th birthday if enrolled in eligible post-secondary, vocational and/or life-skills programs, rehabilitative or cultural programs (or a combination of these).
- [SAJE Life Skills, Training and Cultural Connections](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/saje-life-skills-training-and-cultural-connections/) - Strengthening Abilities and Journeys of Empowerment (SAJE) is a newly expanded and accessible suite of resources, supports and benefits designed to help you plan and build your future. Eligible young adults who are on a SAJE Agreement (UIS, CIS, SHA, SSA) may access the SAJE Mental Health and Counselling Benefit. Covered providers include: regulated or
- [Test Topic Resource with everything!](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/test-topic-resource-with-everything/)
- [SAJE Housing Supports](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/saje-housing-supports/)
- [Get a Passport](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/get-passport/)
- [Vote in a federal, provincial, or local election](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/vote-in-a-federal-provincial-or-local-election/)
- [Get disability assistance](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/get-disability-assistance/)
- [Get income assistance](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/get-income-assistance/)
- [Métis Culture](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/m-tis-culture/)
- [Find Parenting Resources](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/find-parenting-resources/)
- [Indigenous Youth Services - Cultural supports and programs](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/indigenous-youth-services-cultural-supports-and-programs/)
- [Find food banks and free meals](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/find-food-banks-and-free-meals/)
- [Life skills](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/life-skills/)
- [Eating well on a budget](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/eating-well-budget/)
- [Get a driver’s licence](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/get-driver-s-licence/)
- [Legal Help for Children & Youth](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/legal-help-children-youth/)
- [File your taxes](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/file-your-taxes/)
- [Get Agreements with Young Adults](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/get-agreements-with-young-adults/)
- [Get help from the PGT](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/get-help-from-the-pgt/)
- [Cell phones and other contracts](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/cell-phones-and-other-contracts/)
- [Get a Status Card](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/get-a-status-card/)
- [How to change your name](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/how-to-change-your-name/)
- [Get in motion: sport and physical activity](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/get-motion-sport-and-physical-activity/)
- [Indigenous Sport, Physical Activity and Recreation Council (I·SPARC)](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/indigenous-sport-physical-activity-and-recreation-council-i-sparc/)
- [Learn about permanency](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/learn-about-permanency/)
- [Find employment services](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/find-employment-services/)
- [Learn about credit](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/learn-about-credit/)
- [Debt trouble – now what?](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/debt-trouble-now-what/)
- [Open a bank account](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/open-bank-account/)
- [Apply for BC Hydro Crisis Fund](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/apply-bc-hydro-crisis-fund/)
- [Worried about homelessness?](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/worried-about-homelessness/)
- [Find sexual health services](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/find-sexual-health-services/)
- [Find a dentist](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/find-a-dentist/)
- [Get help with substance use](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/get-help-substance-use/)
- [Get free medical help](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/get-free-medical-help/)
- [Get a BC Services Card (CareCard)](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/get-bc-services-card-carecard/)
- [Worried about STIs?](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/worried-about-stis/)
- [Handle sexually difficult situations](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/handle-sexually-difficult-situations/)
- [Birth control options](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/birth-control-options/)
- [Beyond bursaries: the AYA program](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/beyond-bursaries-aya-program/)
- [Eating disorders](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/eating-disorders/)
- [Find a counsellor](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/find-counsellor/)
- [Cutting and self-harm](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/cutting-and-self-harm/)
- [Find mental health services](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/find-mental-health-services/)
- [Anxiety](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/anxiety/)
- [Depression](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/depression/)
- [Get help from the Representative for Children and Youth](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/get-help-representative-children-and-youth/)
- [What are my rights as a Youth in Care](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/what-are-my-rights-youth-care/)
- [Find a doctor](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/find-a-doctor/)
- [Get addictions treatment](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/get-addictions-treatment/)
- [Addictions](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/addictions/)
- [Mental Health: a Journey](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/mental-health-journey/)
- [Exploring college, trade school, or university](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/exploring-college-trade-school-or-university/)
- [Find scholarships and bursaries](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/find-scholarships-and-bursaries/)
- [Find education programs and services](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/find-education-programs-and-services/)
- [Options for finishing high school](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/options-finishing-high-school/)
- [Apply for a student loan](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/apply-for-a-student-loan/)
- [The 123s about RDSPs!](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/123s-about-rdsps/)
- [Get a Social Insurance Number](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/get-social-insurance-number/)
- [Get my birth certificate](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/get-my-birth-certificate/)
- [Get Canadian citizenship](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/get-canadian-citizenship/)
- [Know your rights as a tenant](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/know-your-rights-tenant/)
- [COVID-19](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/covid-19/)
- [FASD (Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder)](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/fasd-fetal-alcohol-spectrum-disorder/)
- [Tuition Waivers](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/tuition-waivers/)
- [Find community groups and drop-ins](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/find-community-groups-and-drop-ins/)
- [Youth Justice Information](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/youth-justice-information/)
- [Covid-19 Financial supports updates](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/covid-19-financial-supports-updates/)
- [How to get your MCFD file](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/how-get-your-mcfd-file/)
- [Find subsidized housing](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/find-subsidized-housing/)
- [TELUS Mobility and Internet for Good Program](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/telus-mobility-and-internet-for-good-program/)
- [Indigenous Youth Services - Mental health, physical health and addictions supports](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/indigenous-youth-services-mental-health-physical-health-and-addictions-supports/)
- [Get the Disability Tax Credit](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/get-disability-tax-credit/)
- [Exploring my identity](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/exploring-my-identity/)
- [Building my personal network](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/building-my-personal-network/) - Your personal network is your entire web of relationships. Healthy relationships with the people around you can make your life better. Whether your network is large or small, think about who’s part of it and how you can make it stronger.
- [Exploring jobs and careers](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/exploring-jobs-and-careers/)
- [Managing and reducing stress](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/managing-and-reducing-stress/)
- [Copy of Exploring college, trade school, or university](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/yas-edu-2/)
- [Money sense](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/money-sense/)
- [Aboriginal Friendship Centres](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/aboriginal-friendship-centres/)
- [Federation of BC Youth in Care Networks](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/federation-of-bc-youth-in-care-networks/)
- [Inuit Culture](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/inuit-culture/)
- [Paycheques](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/paycheques/)
- [How advertising works](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/how-advertising-works/)
- [Finding housing](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/topic-resources/finding-housing/) - There are a lot of housing options. It’s a great idea to spend some time thinking about what will work best for you. It comes down to finding a balance between what’s ideal and what’s available.

## Quizzes

- [arrangement](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/quizzes/arrangement/)
- [Reflections](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/quizzes/reflections/)
- [What do I need to know about being a renter?](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/quizzes/i-like-to/)
- [What should I say or do in a problem situation?](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/quizzes/what-should-i-say-or-do-in-a-problem-situation/)
- [Preparing for tough conversations](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/quizzes/preparing-for-tough-conversations/)
- [Managing and reducing stress](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/quizzes/managing-and-reducing-stress/)
- [managing stress suggestion](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/quizzes/managing-stress-suggestion/)
- [Having tough conversations](https://agedout.dev.affinitybridge.com/quizzes/having-tough-conversations/)

## Glossary Terms

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