Social service agencies. Bank statement Pay stub SDG Learner Benefits Notice of Assessment.

ACCESSING HELP IN CALGARY:

Social service agencies

Proof of Income and ID

Bank statement Pay stub SDG Learner Benefits Notice of Assessment

Notice of Assessment

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

Conditions

Usually need id REFERRAL is from a counselor or advisor Income support

What kinds of things do we need help with?

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.

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?

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

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

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?

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

Salvation Army

Project Warm – winter clothing, coats for kids, Ashley can help, ELL office 400, nor proof of income but may be a wait

Conditions Need proof of income & expenses for last 30 days Proof of expenses They also give vouchers to shop For clothing

Medical and Dental

AB Child Benefit – medical coverage for children under 18 years old

Low income dentist

Reduced fee dental

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?