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What happens next

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	== What happens next ==		== What happens next ==
	After finishing the first stage of the welfare <span class="noglossary">application</span>, most people have to spend three weeks looking for work, and provide the Ministry with proof of their work search. During those three weeks you do not receive any financial help from the Ministry. Once your work search is over, ~~you move on to~~ an eligibility interview with the Ministry, <span class="noglossary"></span> ~~which~~ is a detailed interview, in person or by phone, to see if you are eligible for income assistance or hardship benefits.		After finishing the first stage of the welfare <span class="noglossary">application</span>, most people have to spend three weeks looking for work, and provide the Ministry with proof of their work search. During those three weeks you do not receive any financial help from the Ministry. Once your work search is over, the second stage of applying for welfare is an eligibility interview with the Ministry. <span class="noglossary"></span> An eligibility interview is a detailed interview, in person or by phone, to see if you are eligible for income assistance or hardship benefits.

	If you qualify for welfare, the Ministry should get funds to you shortly after your eligibility interview. If you don't qualify for regular welfare, you may still qualify for [https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/policies-for-government/bcea-policy-and-procedure-manual/hardship-assistance?keyword=hardship&keyword=assistance hardship assistance]. Some kinds of hardship assistance (but not all) must be repaid to the Ministry.		If you qualify for welfare, the Ministry should get funds to you shortly after your eligibility interview. If you don't qualify for regular welfare, you may still qualify for [https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/policies-for-government/bcea-policy-and-procedure-manual/hardship-assistance?keyword=hardship&keyword=assistance hardship assistance]. Some kinds of hardship assistance (but not all) must be repaid to the Ministry.

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	Before meeting with a lawyer or advocate, complete the form [[Preparing for Your Interview]] included in this Guide. Make sure you bring copies of all documents relating to your case.		Before meeting with a lawyer or advocate, complete the form [[Preparing for Your Interview]] included in this Guide. Make sure you bring copies of all documents relating to your case.

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Alison Ward: /* First steps */

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	== First steps ==		== First steps ==
	#Applying for welfare in BC has two stages. You can start the first stage in three ways:		#Applying for welfare from the Ministry in BC has two stages. You can start the first stage in three ways:
	#*by calling the Ministry Call Centre at 1-866-866-0800, and telling them that you want to apply for welfare,		#*by calling the Ministry Call Centre at 1-866-866-0800, and telling them that you want to apply for welfare,
	#*by completing the welfare <span class="noglossary">application</span> process online at [https://www.myselfserve.gov.bc.ca www.myselfserve.gov.bc.ca] (you must know your SIN number to apply online, have an email address, and create a BCeID user account ), or		#*by completing the welfare <span class="noglossary">application</span> process online at [https://www.myselfserve.gov.bc.ca www.myselfserve.gov.bc.ca] (you must know your SIN number to apply online, have an email address, and create a BCeID user account ), or

Alison Ward: /* What happens next */

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What happens next

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	== What happens next ==		== What happens next ==
	After finishing the first stage of the welfare <span class="noglossary">application</span>, most people have to spend three ~~or five~~ weeks looking for work, and provide the Ministry with proof of their work search. During those three ~~to five~~ weeks you do not receive any financial help from the Ministry~~. A five week work search applies if neither you nor your partner have received welfare in BC before. A three week work search applies if you or your partner have previously received welfare in BC~~. Once your work search is over, you move on to an eligibility interview with the Ministry, <span class="noglossary"></span> which is a detailed interview, in person or by phone, to see if you are eligible for income assistance or hardship benefits.		After finishing the first stage of the welfare <span class="noglossary">application</span>, most people have to spend three weeks looking for work, and provide the Ministry with proof of their work search. During those three weeks you do not receive any financial help from the Ministry. Once your work search is over, you move on to an eligibility interview with the Ministry, <span class="noglossary"></span> which is a detailed interview, in person or by phone, to see if you are eligible for income assistance or hardship benefits.

	If you qualify for welfare, the Ministry should get funds to you shortly after your eligibility interview. If you don't qualify for regular welfare, you may still qualify for [https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/policies-for-government/bcea-policy-and-procedure-manual/hardship-assistance?keyword=hardship&keyword=assistance hardship assistance]. Some kinds of hardship assistance (but not all) must be repaid to the Ministry.		If you qualify for welfare, the Ministry should get funds to you shortly after your eligibility interview. If you don't qualify for regular welfare, you may still qualify for [https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/policies-for-government/bcea-policy-and-procedure-manual/hardship-assistance?keyword=hardship&keyword=assistance hardship assistance]. Some kinds of hardship assistance (but not all) must be repaid to the Ministry.
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	\| tips = One exception to the requirement to do a three ~~or five~~ week work search before the eligibility interview with the Ministry is if you have an urgent need for shelter, food or medical attention. There are other exceptions, like single parents with a child under three, people 65 or over, or those with a physical or medical condition that precludes them from looking for work.. For a full list of people who do not have to do a three ~~or five~~ week work search, see the [https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/policies-for-government/bcea-policy-and-procedure-manual/application-and-intake/work-search?keyword=work&keyword=search&keyword=exemptions BC Employment and Assistance (BCEA) Application Policy].}}		\| tips = One exception to the requirement to do a three week work search before the eligibility interview with the Ministry is if you have an urgent need for shelter, food or medical attention. There are other exceptions, like single parents with a child under three, people 65 or over, or those with a physical or medical condition that precludes them from looking for work.. For a full list of people who do not have to do a three week work search, see the [https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/policies-for-government/bcea-policy-and-procedure-manual/application-and-intake/work-search?keyword=work&keyword=search&keyword=exemptions BC Employment and Assistance (BCEA) Application Policy].}}

	== Where to get help ==		== Where to get help ==

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	#At this first stage:		#At this first stage:
	#*if you are leaving an abusive situation (e.g. emotional, financial, physical or other abuse from a spouse, partner or other relative), it is important to tell the Ministry worker right away. The Ministry should schedule the second stage of your welfare application, called an eligibility interview, within one business day, and give you some help with food, shelter or medical attention before your eligibility interview if you have urgent needs.		#*if you are leaving an abusive situation (e.g. emotional, financial, physical or other abuse from a spouse, partner or other relative), it is important to tell the Ministry worker right away. The Ministry should schedule the second stage of your welfare application, called an eligibility interview, within one business day, and give you some help with food, shelter or medical attention before your eligibility interview if you have urgent needs.
	#*if you have an urgent need for shelter, food or medical help (like paying for a prescription), and cannot wait ~~between~~ three ~~to five~~ weeks to start receiving welfare benefits, then you need to tell the Ministry worker. Ask for an ''Immediate Needs Assessment''. If you are eligible for an Immediate Needs Assessment, the Ministry should complete your eligibility interview as soon as possible, within five business days. While you are waiting for your eligibility interview, the Ministry should make sure your immediate needs are met (for example, by giving you food vouchers, money or bus tickets if you need medical transportation, etc.).		#*if you have an urgent need for shelter, food or medical help (like paying for a prescription), and cannot wait three weeks to start receiving welfare benefits, then you need to tell the Ministry worker. Ask for an ''Immediate Needs Assessment''. If you are eligible for an Immediate Needs Assessment, the Ministry should complete your eligibility interview as soon as possible, within five business days. While you are waiting for your eligibility interview, the Ministry should make sure your immediate needs are met (for example, by giving you food vouchers, money or bus tickets if you need medical transportation, etc.).

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	After finishing the first stage of the welfare <span class="noglossary">application</span>, most people have to spend three or five weeks looking for work, and provide the Ministry with proof of their work search. During those three to five weeks you do not receive any financial help from the Ministry. A five week work search applies if neither you nor your partner have received welfare in BC before. A three week work search applies if you or your partner have previously received welfare in BC. Once your work search is over, you move on to an eligibility interview with the Ministry, <span class="noglossary"></span> which is a detailed interview, in person or by phone, to see if you are eligible for income assistance or hardship benefits.		After finishing the first stage of the welfare <span class="noglossary">application</span>, most people have to spend three or five weeks looking for work, and provide the Ministry with proof of their work search. During those three to five weeks you do not receive any financial help from the Ministry. A five week work search applies if neither you nor your partner have received welfare in BC before. A three week work search applies if you or your partner have previously received welfare in BC. Once your work search is over, you move on to an eligibility interview with the Ministry, <span class="noglossary"></span> which is a detailed interview, in person or by phone, to see if you are eligible for income assistance or hardship benefits.

	If you qualify for welfare, the Ministry should get funds to you shortly after your eligibility interview. If you don't qualify for regular welfare, you may still qualify for ~~hardship assistance~~ [https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/policies-for-government/bcea-policy-and-procedure-manual/hardship-assistance?keyword=hardship&keyword=assistance]. Some kinds of hardship assistance (but not all) must be repaid to the Ministry.		If you qualify for welfare, the Ministry should get funds to you shortly after your eligibility interview. If you don't qualify for regular welfare, you may still qualify for [https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/policies-for-government/bcea-policy-and-procedure-manual/hardship-assistance?keyword=hardship&keyword=assistance hardship assistance]. Some kinds of hardship assistance (but not all) must be repaid to the Ministry.

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Alison Ward at 20:22, 7 March 2018

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	Before meeting with a lawyer or advocate, complete the form [[Preparing for Your Interview]] included in this Guide. Make sure you bring copies of all documents relating to your case.		Before meeting with a lawyer or advocate, complete the form [[Preparing for Your Interview]] included in this Guide. Make sure you bring copies of all documents relating to your case.

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Alison Ward: updated publication name

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updated publication name

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	== Where to get help ==		== Where to get help ==
	See the [[Resource List for Legal Help for British Columbians\|Resource List]] in this Guide for a list of helpful resources. Your best bets are:		See the [[Resource List for Legal Help for British Columbians\|Resource List]] in this Guide for a list of helpful resources. Your best bets are:
	* The Legal Services Society publications [http://www.clicklaw.bc.ca/resource/1082 ''How to Apply for Welfare''] and [http://www.clicklaw.bc.ca/resource/1964 ''~~Social~~ Assistance on Reserve in British Columbia''].		* The Legal Services Society publications [http://www.clicklaw.bc.ca/resource/1082 ''How to Apply for Welfare''] and [http://www.clicklaw.bc.ca/resource/1964 ''Income Assistance on Reserve in British Columbia''].
	* [[BC Employment and Assistance]] website for Ministry policy and further information.		* [[BC Employment and Assistance]] website for Ministry policy and further information.
	* [[PovNet]], for their "[http://www.povnet.org/find-an-advocate Find An Advocate]" feature for welfare advocates near you.		* [[PovNet]], for their "[http://www.povnet.org/find-an-advocate Find An Advocate]" feature for welfare advocates near you.

Alison Ward at 20:03, 7 March 2018

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	After finishing the first stage of the welfare <span class="noglossary">application</span>, most people have to spend three or five weeks looking for work, and provide the Ministry with proof of their work search. During those three to five weeks you do not receive any financial help from the Ministry. A five week work search applies if neither you nor your partner have received welfare in BC before. A three week work search applies if you or your partner have previously received welfare in BC. Once your work search is over, you move on to an eligibility interview with the Ministry, <span class="noglossary"></span> which is a detailed interview, in person or by phone, to see if you are eligible for income assistance or hardship benefits.		After finishing the first stage of the welfare <span class="noglossary">application</span>, most people have to spend three or five weeks looking for work, and provide the Ministry with proof of their work search. During those three to five weeks you do not receive any financial help from the Ministry. A five week work search applies if neither you nor your partner have received welfare in BC before. A three week work search applies if you or your partner have previously received welfare in BC. Once your work search is over, you move on to an eligibility interview with the Ministry, <span class="noglossary"></span> which is a detailed interview, in person or by phone, to see if you are eligible for income assistance or hardship benefits.

	If you qualify for welfare, the Ministry should get funds to you shortly after your eligibility interview. If you don't qualify for regular welfare, you may still qualify for a [https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/policies-for-government/bcea-policy-and-procedure-manual/hardship-assistance?keyword=hardship&keyword=assistance]. Some kinds of hardship assistance (but not all) must be repaid to the Ministry.		If you qualify for welfare, the Ministry should get funds to you shortly after your eligibility interview. If you don't qualify for regular welfare, you may still qualify for hardship assistance [https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/policies-for-government/bcea-policy-and-procedure-manual/hardship-assistance?keyword=hardship&keyword=assistance]. Some kinds of hardship assistance (but not all) must be repaid to the Ministry.

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Alison Ward: updated link

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updated link

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	After finishing the first stage of the welfare <span class="noglossary">application</span>, most people have to spend three or five weeks looking for work, and provide the Ministry with proof of their work search. During those three to five weeks you do not receive any financial help from the Ministry. A five week work search applies if neither you nor your partner have received welfare in BC before. A three week work search applies if you or your partner have previously received welfare in BC. Once your work search is over, you move on to an eligibility interview with the Ministry, <span class="noglossary"></span> which is a detailed interview, in person or by phone, to see if you are eligible for income assistance or hardship benefits.		After finishing the first stage of the welfare <span class="noglossary">application</span>, most people have to spend three or five weeks looking for work, and provide the Ministry with proof of their work search. During those three to five weeks you do not receive any financial help from the Ministry. A five week work search applies if neither you nor your partner have received welfare in BC before. A three week work search applies if you or your partner have previously received welfare in BC. Once your work search is over, you move on to an eligibility interview with the Ministry, <span class="noglossary"></span> which is a detailed interview, in person or by phone, to see if you are eligible for income assistance or hardship benefits.

	If you qualify for welfare, the Ministry should get funds to you shortly after your eligibility interview. If you don't qualify for regular welfare, you may still qualify for a [~~http~~://~~www~~.gov.bc.ca/~~meia~~/~~online_resource~~/hardship/ hardship ~~benefit~~]. Some kinds of hardship ~~benefits~~ (but not all) must be repaid to the Ministry.		If you qualify for welfare, the Ministry should get funds to you shortly after your eligibility interview. If you don't qualify for regular welfare, you may still qualify for a [https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/policies-for-government/bcea-policy-and-procedure-manual/hardship-assistance?keyword=hardship&keyword=assistance]. Some kinds of hardship assistance (but not all) must be repaid to the Ministry.

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