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==1. Ask for a Reconsideration by the ministry—the first review level==
==1. Ask for a Reconsideration by the ministry—the first review level==
If you disagree with a ministry decision, first discuss it with the ministry person who made it. If you’re still unhappy with the decision, ask for a reconsideration. You can [https://myselfserve.gov.bc.ca/ ask for a reconsideration online]. Or you can get a package from the Ministry that includes a ''Request for Reconsideration'' form to complete. It’s a good idea to get help completing this form (sources of help are listed at the end of this script).
If you disagree with a ministry decision, first discuss it with the ministry person who made it. If you’re still unhappy with the decision, ask for a reconsideration. You can [https://myselfserve.gov.bc.ca/ ask for a reconsideration online]. Or you can get a package from the Ministry that includes a ''Request for Reconsideration'' form to complete. It’s a good idea to get help completing this form (sources of help are listed at the end of this script).


Not every decision can be reconsidered, but if you are not sure about your case, complete a ''Request for Reconsideration'' form and give it to the ministry. A reconsideration officer will tell you if the decision can be reconsidered. The [http://www.hsd.gov.bc.ca/publicat/bcea/appeal.htm ministry website] has more on this.
Not every decision can be reconsidered, but if you are not sure about your case, complete a ''Request for Reconsideration'' form and give it to the ministry. A reconsideration officer will tell you if the decision can be reconsidered. The [http://www.hsd.gov.bc.ca/publicat/bcea/appeal.htm ministry website] has more on this.
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