I want to apply for benefits

Does your unemployment benefit expire? Do you have no income? Then you may be entitled to social assistance benefits. You can apply for social assistance benefit from the Work & Income Department. On this page you will find:

• who is entitled to benefits
• how to apply for benefits
• what information you need to provide
• how much is the benefit
• when you can get an advance

In the video below, Yasemin explains how to apply for benefits.