The mission of the DABC is to support people, with all disabilities, to live with dignity, independence and as equal and full participants in the community. They champion issues impacting the lives of people with disabilities through direct services, community partnerships, advocacy, research and publications. Toll Free: 1-800-663-1278 local: 604-872-1278 Read more [...]
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Disability Credit Canada
Disability Credit Canada mission is to help disabled Canadians qualify for Disability Tax Credit & CPP Disability Benefits and then maximize their tax refunds & credits. We’ve worked with thousands of Canadians suffering from mental and physical disabilities and we understand how impactful your condition can be on you and your family.
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Disability Tax Credit – Canada Revenue Agency
The disability tax credit (DTC) is a non-refundable tax credit that helps persons with disabilities or their supporting persons reduce the amount of income tax they may have to pay. Being eligible for the DTC can open the door to other federal, provincial, or territorial programs such as the registered Read more [...]
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Fishing License Fee Reduction
A disabled BC resident who has an approved Application for an Angling Fee Reduction can buy an annual freshwater fishing license for $1.00. There is no reduced fee for Conservation Surcharges and Classified Waters Licenses. Toll-Free: 1-866-387-9771 TTY: 1-800-661-8773 Note: This service is typically accessed online or by phone. The address Read more [...]
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Fraser Valley Brain Injury Association
The FVBIA acts as an advocate for people of all ages with acquired brain injury and their families and to encourage, promote and support the development of appropriate services, opportunities, rehab & training for all survivors of brain injury throughout the Fraser Valley. Case Managers help assess and address gaps Read more [...]
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Government of Canada Disability Benefits
Government of Canada Disability Benefits include disability pensions and children’s benefits, savings plans and a gasoline tax refund program. Visit the website to find contact information for particular services available to individuals living in every BC health authority, including: Vancouver Coastal Health Authority, Fraser Health Authority, Island Health Authority, Interior Health Read more [...]
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HealthLink BC
HealthLinkBC is a health system navigation service that is accessible via telephone or the Internet. It assists the public and health care professionals in finding and accessing appropriate health resources in or close to their home communities. You can learn about health topics and medications, check your symptoms, find resources Read more [...]
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Independent Living Vernon
ILV is a resource centre that assists People with Disabilities providing social support and information referral. They have two Registered Social Workers here at the office who assist with completing the applications for Provincial Disability and provide assistance and information about applying for other disability services. They also provide information Read more [...]
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Kamloops Brain Injury Association
KBIA advocates for and provides specialized programs for survivors of acquired brain injuries, and facilitates education and awareness in the community. Located in: Interior Health Authority.
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Nanaimo Brain Injury Society
NBIS aspires to a world where neurological health is nurtured, and where full and active citizenship is attainable by all. NBIS fosters opportunity and self-determination with those affected by acquired brain injury. Our Intake worker receives new referrals to NBIS and looks after a small client case load. To arrange Read more [...]
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New Westminster Financial Assistance & Access Program
New Westminster Parks, Culture, and Recreation partners with Fraserside Community Services in the delivery of a Subsidy Program that provides low-income New Westminster residents with a 50% discount on most programs. The Parks and Recreation Administration Office offers two admission based discounts to New Westminster residents: a reduced single user Read more [...]
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North Shore Disability Resource Centre Association
The North Shore Disability Resource Centre (NSDRC) works to ensure that people with disabilities can participate actively as members of the community. It provides programs and services based on the belief that healthy vibrant communities are inclusive communities, free of barriers to participation. They directly serve over 450 individuals through Read more [...]
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Opportunities Fund
The OPPS is a financial assistance program designed to assist persons with disabilities to complete training that leads to employment. Applicants to the OPPS Fund must have no other financial means of support to access further training. This is a program of the BC Centre for Ability. To access the Read more [...]
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Planned Lifetime Advocacy Network (P.L.A.N.)
Planned Lifetime Advocacy Network (P.L.A.N.) is a family-led organization founded to secure the future for people with disabilities. Lifetime Membership with PLAN is an agreement between families to safeguard the wellbeing of a family member with a disability for the lifetime of the individual with a disability. In order to Read more [...]
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Powell River Brain Injury Society
The PRBIS provides support, education and advocacy for persons living with an acquired brain injury, their family, friends and caregivers through goal specific, unique and innovative programming. The intake process collects enough initial information to determine whether our services are suitable or whether a referral is required. Email us at Read more [...]
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Prince George Brain Injured Group Society (PG BIG)
The Prince George Brain Injured Group (PG BIG) is a charitable non-profit organization with the mission of providing education, prevention and community rehabilitation to enhance the lives of persons living with the effects of acquired brain injury (ABI), and their families, in and around Prince George, BC. The first step Read more [...]
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Richmond Centre for Disability
The Richmond Centre for Disability (RCD) is a consumer centered organization committed to enabling all people with disabilities in making informed choices, creating opportunities, meeting their goals and reaching their full potential. We offer an empowering, friendly environment where we work to provide quality services that lead to inclusion for people with disabilities and greater public awareness.
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Richmond Diversity Services
Richmond Diversity Services works to eliminate barriers and ensure appealing, livable and well-managed recreation and cultural services for all Richmond residents. By working with community groups, they develop opportunities for persons with disabilities, in financial need, or from ethno- cultural groups. They also encourage Richmond residents to become involved in Read more [...]
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Richmond Recreation Access Card
The Recreation Access Card is for residents of Richmond who live with a permanent disability that seriously impairs their daily living. Those who qualify are entitled to a 50% discount to most drop-in leisure activities in the City of Richmond. Located in: Vancouver Coastal Health Authority (VCH).
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Rick Hansen Foundation
The Rick Hansen Foundation was established as a Canadian charity in 1988 and has since been dedicated to Rick’s life-long goal of creating an inclusive world where people with disabilities are living to their full potential. For three decades, the Foundation has raised awareness, changed attitudes, and removed barriers for Read more [...]