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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 in BC has two stages. You can start the first stage in three ways: | ||
#*by going in person to an MSD office | #*by going in person to an MSD office, | ||
#*by calling the MSD Call Centre at 1-866-866-0800, and telling them that you want to apply for welfare | #*by calling the MSD Call Centre at 1-866-866-0800, and telling them that you want to apply for welfare, or | ||
#*by completing the welfare application process online using the [https://www.iaselfserve.gov.bc.ca/ Self Serve Assessment Tool] (you must know your SIN number to apply online). | #*by completing the welfare application process online using the [https://www.iaselfserve.gov.bc.ca/ Self Serve Assessment Tool] (you must know your SIN number to apply online). | ||
# At this first stage, if you have an urgent need for shelter, food or medical attention, and cannot wait three weeks to start receiving welfare benefits, then you need to tell the MSD worker. Ask for an '''Immediate Needs Assessment'''. If you are eligible for an Immediate Needs Assessment, MSD should complete a stage two interview with you within one business day. | # At this first stage, if you have an urgent need for shelter, food or medical attention, and cannot wait three weeks to start receiving welfare benefits, then you need to tell the MSD worker. Ask for an '''Immediate Needs Assessment'''. If you are eligible for an Immediate Needs Assessment, MSD should complete a stage two interview with you within one business day. | ||
