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What types of social assistance are available to newcomers?
5 months agoA 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.
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How to apply for financial assistance for families with children?
5 months agoFind 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).
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What is Alberta Works, and how does it work?
5 months agoWe 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.
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What documents are required to receive social benefits?
5 months agoFind out what documents are required for Income Support in Edmonton: ID, residency, bank statements, income, housing, medical and immigration certificates.
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Is there support for people with disabilities?
5 months agoFind out what assistance programs are available in Edmonton: financial support, AADL medical equipment, FSCD/PDD, DATS transportation, and Resource 211.
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How to get help with renting a place to live?
5 months agoRental 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.
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Are new immigrants eligible for benefits?
5 months agoWhat benefits are available to newcomers in Edmonton: rental assistance, medical care (AHCIP/IFHP), CCB, free settlement and LINC.
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How often do you need to submit an updated application for social assistance?
5 months agoFind out how often you need to update your Income Support/Alberta Works application: monthly report through ARC, change notifications, and annual review.
Learn how to apply for social assistance in Alberta: steps for applying online through myAlbertaSupports (logging in through your Alberta.ca Account, selecting a program, adding household members, uploading documents), what to do after applying, and how to get support through Alberta Supports. There is also an option for 24/7 emergency assistance and contact information for consultations regarding Income Support.