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

• B.C. Poverty Reduction
  Learn more about the Poverty Reduction Strategy.
• Payment Dates
  The current schedule for income and disability assistance payment dates.
• Supports and Services for People with Disabilities
  Resources and services for people with disabilities from ministries across government.
• AccessibilityDirectorate
  Providing people of all abilities with the opportunity to live full, inclusive lives.
• Single Parent Employment Initiative
  Help for eligible single parents receiving income and disability assistance to secure sustainable employment.
• BC Employment Assistance Policy and Procedure Manual
  Access detailed employment and assistance information and legislation.
• Senior’s Supplement
  Monthly payments for eligible low-income seniors
• Income assistance for people from Ukraine
  Financial supports available for people arriving in B.C. from Ukraine

Featured Services

• WorkBC
  Committed to help British Columbians successfully navigate B.C.’s labour market.
• 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

Honourable Sheila Malcolmson

Minister of Social Development and Poverty Reduction

• Biography
• Ministerial mandate letter

Parliamentary Secretaries

Susie Chant

Parliamentary Secretary - Accessibility

Megan Dykeman

Parliamentary Secretary - Community Development and Non-Profits

Deputy Minister

Allison Bond

Deputy Minister, Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction