Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction

The Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction focuses on providing British Columbians in need with a system of supports to help them achieve their social and economic potential. 

Featured topics

• Payment dates
  The current schedule for income and disability assistance payment dates.
• Services for people with disabilities
  Resources and services for people with disabilities from ministries across government.
• B.C. Poverty Reduction
  Learn more about the Poverty Reduction Strategy.
• Access services
  You can access income assistance services online, in-person or over the phone.
• Senior’s Supplement
  Monthly payments for eligible low-income seniors.
• B.C. Employment and Assistance Policy and Procedure Manual
  Access detailed employment and assistance information and legislation.
• Single Parent Employment Initiative
  Help for eligible single parents receiving income and disability assistance to secure sustainable employment.
• Accessibility Directorate
  Providing people of all abilities with the opportunity to live full, inclusive lives.
• Apply for assistance
  If you are in need and have no other resources, you may be eligible for income assistance.

Featured services

• WorkBC
  Supporting all British Columbians in preparing for, finding and keeping meaningful employment.
• My Self Serve
  Secure online access to income and disability assistance programs and services in B.C.
• Income assistance
  Apply for B.C. Employment and Assistance (BCEA).
• Disability assistance
  Apply for Persons with Disabilities Assistance.
• Bus pass
  A reduced cost, annual bus pass for low income seniors and individuals receiving disability assistance.

Minister

Parliamentary Secretaries

 Deputy Minister