How to apply for social assistance in Alberta

A complete guide for newcomers to Edmonton: free settlement services (EISA), LINC language courses and childcare, rental assistance programs (RAB/TRAB), AHCIP and IFHP health insurance, financial support, Canada Child Benefit, and where to apply.

Find out how to get child benefits in Alberta: CCB from CRA, ACFB without a separate application, payment dates, residency and income requirements. Also, how to apply for Child Care Subsidy through Alberta.ca Account and what to do if your child has a disability (DTC/CDB).

We explain what Alberta Works is: 4 components (Employment & Training, Income Support, Health Benefits, Child Support Services), who is eligible, what documents are required, and how to apply online through myAlbertaSupports.

Find out what documents are required for Income Support in Edmonton: ID, residency, bank statements, income, housing, medical and immigration certificates.

Find out what assistance programs are available in Edmonton: financial support, AADL medical equipment, FSCD/PDD, DATS transportation, and Resource 211.

Rental assistance in Edmonton: RAB and TRAB programs, Community Housing, and Near Market Housing. Who is eligible, what documents are required, and how to apply through Civida/Find Housing.

What benefits are available to newcomers in Edmonton: rental assistance, medical care (AHCIP/IFHP), CCB, free settlement and LINC.

Find out how often you need to update your Income Support/Alberta Works application: monthly report through ARC, change notifications, and annual review.