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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...
MCFD Rent Supplement applications are back! Eligible young adults will be able to apply for the second intake on March 6, 2023 at 8:00 AM until March 20, 2023 at 11:59 PM on the...
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....
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...
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...
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.
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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....
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:...
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...
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...