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Introduction to Welfare (21:I) (view source)
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Under the current welfare legislation in BC, the following types of welfare benefits are available to those who qualify: | Under the current welfare legislation in BC, the following types of welfare benefits are available to those who qualify: | ||
=== 1. Income Assistance === | |||
This basic monthly support and shelter allowance is provided under the ''Employment and Assistance Act'' [''[https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/policies-for-government/bcea-policy-and-procedure-manual/bc-laws/bc-employment-and-assistance-act-263-2002 EAA]'']. This is the benefit most people get when they receive welfare. | This basic monthly support and shelter allowance is provided under the ''Employment and Assistance Act'' [''[https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/policies-for-government/bcea-policy-and-procedure-manual/bc-laws/bc-employment-and-assistance-act-263-2002 EAA]'']. This is the benefit most people get when they receive welfare. | ||