This resource page is made specifically for RDHS Residents. Scroll down for property specific living related resource links.
COVID-19 Information
RDHS Tenant Memo
Supporting renters during COVID-19:
BC Housing will be administering the new British Columbia Temporary Rental Supplement (BC-TRS) program. Applications are NOT yet open. See BC-TRS program frequently asked questions for more info. The application process is still under development, with applications opening online in early April.
The following are resources for you on the Coronavirus including prevention:
http://www.bccdc.ca/health-info/diseases-conditions/coronavirus-(novel)
https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/health-feature/coronavirus-covid-19
https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/coronavirus-disease-covid-19.html
The following are resources for EI:
https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei/ei-regular-benefit/apply.html
https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/programs/ei/ei-list/ei-roe.html
General Resources
Click on the following links for more information...
RDHS EMERGENCY CONTACT: Emergency Information PDF
Emergency & Preparation
What to do in an Emergency:
Note: Use Text instead of Phone during major disasters. Why?
Emergency Kit Items PDF BC Government Preparedness, Response & Recovery
Government of Canada Get Prepared
City of Coquitlam
General Public Safety Overview
Response Plan PDF
Emergency Program Office:
(604) 927-6438
Emergencyprogram@coquitlam.ca
RCMP Tricities: Help Pamphlet for the Homeless PDF
*Useful Resources for low-income residents
City of Vancouver
Public Safety Information
Disaster Support Hubs Map PDF (25 locations)
Designated locations where you can initially gather to coordinate your efforts and offer assistance to other members of your community.
Post-disaster locations where City staff and trained volunteers will prioritize getting information and providing services to the public.
Surrey
Surrey Emergency Program
"During an evacuation, City officials will inform the public of the location of the nearest reception centre. Information will also be broadcasted on CBC AM 690 or other local radio/TV stations, and posted on our site and social media accounts." City of Surrey
Family & Living
Budget Calculator Royal Bank Household Budget Calculator
Protect your personal belongings, property damage, or additional living expenses in a damage situation. Our preferred group tenant's insurance: Marsh's Insurance Rates and Marsh's Insurance Program
BC Tenancy Law View Here *Residential Tenancy Branch: 1 (800) 665-8779
Lower Mainland's Family Resource View Here
YMCA Child Care Programs Near you
Childcare Subsidy BC
Medical, Health & Wellness
BC Emergency Health Services
BC Health Link
Medical Clinics Near You
Youth in BC Online Chat
Crisis & Suicide Prevention Centre: (604) 872-3311
Mental Health & Drug Rehabilitation Online Resource
Resources Specific to Your Property
Click on Property Names for Resource Pages