Social Development

Social Development Program

T’Sou-ke Nation’s Social Development department works with community members to improve their quality of life and achieve success, whatever their circumstances. The department helps members connect with employment services, income assistance, and other social programming.

Appointments

Appointments are required and are available Mondays through Thursdays from 9am–12pm and 1pm–4:30pm. To schedule, please call 250-642-3957 ext. 236 or email via the button below.

Who is Eligible for the Program?

Social Development is an Indigenous Services Program (ISC) delivered by the Nation to indigenous and non-indigenous persons living on T’Sou-ke reserve lands. All policy is set out by ISC.

To apply for programming, please contact the Social Development department via phone or email. You will need to provide two pieces of valid, up-to-date pieces of ID

How to Apply

To determine eligibility or inquire about available programming, please contact the department at 250-642-3957 ext. 236 or email via the button below.

Monthly Declarations & Cheque Schedule

If you are a current client receiving social assistance, please ensure your declarations are handed in by the due date to avoid a delay in receiving your cheque. Please refer to the schedule below to determine declaration due dates and cheque issue dates.

MONTH
DECLARATIONS DUE
CHEQUE ISSUE DATE
July 2025
June 20
June 25
August 2025
July 18
July 23
September 2025
August 22
August 27
October 2025
September 19
September 24
November 2025
October 17
October 22
December 2025
November 14
November 19
January 2026
December 12
December 17

Friendly Reminders

  • If you’re working, submit income verification slips with your monthly declarations.
  • Provide monthly utility bills to ensure timely payment.
  • Print your name clearly on your declaration and don’t forget to sign it!

Direct Deposit

The Finance department is transitioning client payments to an EFT system. You may have received a direct deposit form attached to your recent benefit cheque. Please ensure you complete the form and return it to the Finance department.