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SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT

Social Development provides financial support to adults and dependents that are unable to meet their basic needs. In particular, Social Development:

Administers social assistance payments directly to members.
Administers guardian financial assistance.
Administers the National Child Benefit Supplement.
Provides supplies for clients who find employment.
Provides supplies and fees for students attending Adult Learning and Adult Basic Education.
Funds various programs for women and children.
Refers people to other Cowichan Tribes' services such as Education, Health, and Children and Families.
Connects people with outside agencies such as Human Resources Development Canada and the Ministry of Children and Families.

An Administrator with two Financial Assistance Workers administer the program. Revenue comes from Indian and Northern Affairs Canada (INAC) through the Comprehensive Funding Agreement.

Contact:
5760 Allenby Road
Duncan, BC V9L 5J1

Ph: 250.748.3196
Fx: 250.715.3303
Email:

Programs Funded by Social Development

Income Tax Preparation

Community Clean Up

Literacy Camp

Walking Strong

Annual Youth Conference

Mother’s Morning Out

Treasure Box

Terrific Two’s Health Fair