Community Advocacy

Not sure where to start? Let’s figure it out

Visit one of our drop-ins to access support with government forms or to figure out next steps if you’re feeling overwhelmed.

Government forms

Filling out and submitting of provincial and federal government forms such as OAS (Old Age Security), GIS (Guaranteed Income Supplement).

Community Referrals

If you need help filling out the application for disability status, or appealing a denied application.

We will also go over the benefits you are entitled to once your application is approved.

Housing forms

Filling out and submitting of BC Housing applications and follow-ups, and SAFER applications

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A hand up, not a hand out

The Community Advocacy program helps to identify and fill gaps in service and refers the people we serve to the correct Access Centre program or to other community agencies. We support the people we serve in navigating complex systems.

The Access Centre connects people in our community with the support, services and resources they need to move their lives forward.

Roxanne’s story
Roxanne came to the Access Centre after fleeing an unsafe situation which left her without stable housing and with no income or support system. With guidance from our team, she accessed financial supports, applied for disability benefits, and connected with mental health counselling.
Roxanne’s determination, combined with the supports in place, allowed her to secure safe, stable housing.
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