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SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
Chawathil Social Development is funded through ISC and provides assistance to members for shelter, food, and Income Assistance.
The Income Assistance program provides funds to individuals (known as clients) and families (clients and their dependents) who are ordinarily residents on reserve or Status First Nations as a last resort where all other means of generating income to cover basic needs have been exhausted. We also offer home making services as part of assisted living.
The Income Assistance program is a component of Canada’s social safety net meant to align with provincial income assistance programs. The objective of the program is to ensure that eligible individuals and families residing on reserve receive funds to cover the basic expenses of daily living, special needs, as well as pre-employment services designed to help them transition to the workforce.
Chawathil believes in supporting its members in achieving their goals. While the current programs are funding based Chawathil Chief and Council and Staff are always looking for ways to provide assistance to the membership both on and off reserve.
Recently, Chawathil secured funding to organize food hampers for community members in need, as well as to develop an expanded community garden aimed at supplying fresh produce to residents.
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Frequent Questions
When is a repair an emergency?
A repair is considered an emergency if it poses an immediate risk to health, safety, or property. Examples include severe water leaks, electrical issues, gas leaks, or any situation that makes the home uninhabitable.
Should I submit a Maintenance Work Order or a Housing Repair Request?
Submit a housing repair request for issues within your living unit, such as a broken appliance or plumbing problem. Use a maintenance work order for broader property maintenance needs, like issues in common areas or exterior maintenance.
How do I pay my rent with e-transfer?
To pay your rent with e-transfer, log into your online banking, select the e-transfer option, and send the payment to the designated email address provided by the housing office. Include your name and address in the message section for reference. You can use our form to provide us with additional confirmation.
What should I do if I need to change my address?
If you need to change your address, fill out the Change of Address form on our website. Provide your old address, new address, and the effective date of the change.
How do I submit a noise complaint?
To submit a noise complaint, fill out the Noise Complaint form on our website. Include details such as the nature of the noise, the time and date of the incident, and the location of the noise source.
What types of housing are available?
We offer various types of housing depending on availability, including single-family homes, apartments, townhouses, condominiums, duplexes, studios, shared housing, senior housing, accessible housing, and temporary housing. You can specify your preference in the Renting Inquiry form.
What should I do if I encounter debris on the property?
If you encounter debris on the property, fill out the Debris form on our website. Provide a description of the debris, its location, and any photos if possible.