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Accessing Social Services and Financial Support in Calgary

This guide provides an overview of social service agencies in Calgary that can assist with income verification, housing support, budgeting, and financial planning. Key resources include proof of income documents such as bank statements and pay stubs, as well as guidance on utilizing food banks and clothing assistance programs. It emphasizes the importance of filing taxes annually to avoid penalties and explores cost-saving strategies for groceries and clothing. Ideal for families and individuals, this resource ensures access to essential services and support.

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Accessing Social Services and Financial Support in Calgary

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  1. Accessing Help in Calgary: Social service agencies

  2. Proof of Income and ID • Bank statement • Pay stub • SDG Learner Benefits • Notice of Assessment

  3. Notice of Assessment

  4. Income Tax • All Canadians do their taxes every year • You can get in trouble with the government if you don’t file your taxes • Immigrant Services Calgary can help fill out the form

  5. Conditions • Usually need id • REFERRAL is from a counselor or advisor • Income support • What kinds of things do we need help with?

  6. Budget • Think about how much money you bring in and how much money you spend every month. • Are you having trouble buying what you need? • How can you spend less so you will have more money? • Talk with your table.

  7. Food • Shopping tips • Look in flyers for sales • Compare prices • Don’t eat out – very expensive! • What other ways can you save money on food?

  8. Food Bank • Should only be emergency, • Not every month • Need id for every person in • your family • You can go three times a year • You can go four times a year with a referral

  9. Calgary Housing • Works best for single mothers with children • Gives housing with a lower rent • There is a waiting list • CIWA and CCIS can help

  10. Clothing • Saving money on clothing is the easiest way to save money • Where do you shop for clothes? Talk with your table. • Have you ever • bought used clothing?

  11. Consignment Stores • Clothing is used and cheaper • Sometimes really nice clothes but you have to look, like dresses • Used clothing • eg. Value Village • Good for children’s clothes because they grow so quickly

  12. Salvation Army • Project Warm – winter clothing, coats for kids • Conditions • Need proof of income for 3 months • Proof of expenses

  13. Medical and Dental • AB Child Benefit – medical coverage for children under 18 years old • Low income dentist • Reduced fee dental

  14. Saving Money • What are other ways to save money? • Do you save money now? • Why would you want to save money? • Have you ever had an unexpected expense that you couldn’t pay for? • Have you ever had an emergency • that you needed money now? • What would you like to buy • in the future?

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