Service Descriptions
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| Service | Information About Service | What Service BC Can Do to Assist | How (By Phone, Online, In Person) |
| Seniors Information | Community Services Seniors provides links to the updated edition of the BC Seniors' Guide, containing helpful information on programs and benefits available to seniors in British Columbia. | Service BC Centres provide online access to the Community Services Senior website through the CATs. | Online |
Service Canada  |
The Service Canada website contains information about federal programs and services. | Service BC Centres provide access to the Service Canada website through Community Access Terminals (CATs). | Online |
| Serving It Right Applications | Serving It Right is B.C.’s responsible beverage service program. It is designed to encourage a responsible, caring and professional approach to the service of alcohol. | Service BC Centres provide Serving It Right kits as well as access to the Serving It Right website through the CATs. | In Person |
| Site Registry | The Site Registry allows access to information retained by the provincial government on the environmental condition of land. It includes electronic and paper records for sites whether or not they are clean or contaminated. It contains information on private, provincial Crown and federal lands in B.C. | Service BC Centres provide access to the Site Registry website through the CATs and can assist the public in searching the Site Registry. | Online / In Person |
| Small Business BC | Small Business BC is the comprehensive Business Development Resource for people exploring opportunities, launching new ventures and growing existing businesses. | Service BC Centres provide access to the Small Business BC website through the CATs. | Online |
| Snowmobile Registration | All snowmobiles must be registered as required by the Motor Vehicle (All Terrain) Act. | Service BC Centres in most locations can accept and process New Registrations, Transfers and replacement registrations. | Online / In Person |
| Social Insurance Number (SIN) |
The Social Insurance Number (SIN) is a nine-digit number that you must have for employment in Canada and to access to government programs and benefits. |
Service BC Centres provide Social Insurance Number applications in locations where there is no federal government office. Online access to information about SIN applications provided through the CATs. |
In Person |
| Social Occasion Casino Licences | The "B" licence application fee is $25.00. Only charitable or religious organizations may be licensed to conduct gaming events. To be considered charitable, organizations must be non-profit and exist primarily for public service or community benefit. Gaming proceeds may only be used for charitable or religious purposes within British Columbia. |
Service BC Centres provide assistance for those wishing to apply for "B" gaming licences for local charitable events (bingo, ticket raffle, special occasion casino and wheel of fortune) where gross sales for all events in one year do not exceed $20,000. SEE “CHARITABLE GAMING” |
Online / In Person |
| StudentAid BC | StudentAid BC helps eligible students with the cost of their post-secondary education through loans, grants, bursaries, scholarships and special programs. It also has programs for borrowers who need help repaying their loans. | Service BC Centres carry StudentAid BC application packages for student financial assistance including Canada Student Loans, BC Student Loans, Canada Study Grants and Canada Millennium Bursaries. | Online / In Person |
| Surplus Assets | Asset Investment Recovery is responsible for the disposal of surplus tangible assets of the Province of British Columbia. Such tangible assets include buildings, vehicles, boats, heavy equipment and office furnishings. AIR is also responsible for determining the appropriate method of disposal for such assets and ensuring these assets are disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner. | Service BC Centres assist Asset Investment Recovery in disposal of surplus assets where shipping to a warehouse is not economical. This may include displaying assets, accepting bid proposals and processing payments. |
In Person |
| Ticket Raffle Licences | Only charitable or religious organizations may be licensed to conduct ticket raffle, charitable gaming events. To be considered charitable, organizations must be non-profit and exist primarily for public service or community benefit. The "B" licence application fee is $25.00. |
Service BC Centres provide assistance for those wishing to apply for "B" gaming licences for local charitable events (bingo, ticket raffle, special occasion casino and wheel of fortune) where gross sales for all events in one year do not exceed $20,000. SEE “CHARITABLE GAMING” |
Online / In Person |
| Tidal (Saltwater) Fishing Licence |
Tidal (saltwater) fishing regulations and licences are under the jurisdiction of the Canadian federal government. | Service BC Centres provide access to the Fisheries and Oceans Canada Recreational Licensing website through the CATs. | Online |
| Tourism Resort Development | The Resort Development Branch works closely with other government ministries, agencies, local governments, First Nations, the public, resort operators, and investors to support and facilitate new and expanded resort developments on Crown Land. | Service BC Centres provide online access to the Resource Development website through the CATs. | Online |
| Tourist Information | The Hello BC website provides information about travel and accommodation in BC. | Service BC Centres carry copies of the Outdoor and Recreation, Accommodation and Travel Guides, as well as current copies of BC Ferries schedules and fees. Some Service BC centres also offer B.C. road maps for sale. | In Person |
| Trade Exams |
The Industry Training Authority (ITA) provides Inter-Provincial (IPSE) and Certificate of Qualification (CofQ) Trade Exams | On behalf of the Industry Training Authority, Service BC Centres provide Invigilation of Inter-Provincial Standard and Certificate of Qualification Examinations. | In Person |
| Traffic Fines | Provincial violation tickets are issued by municipal police, the RCMP, park wardens or other peace officers. ICBC administers ticket payment procedures. | Service BC Centres accept payments for traffic fines. | |
| Treaty Negotiation Information | Provides information on treaties and treaty negotiations in B.C. | Service BC Centres provide copies of all treaty negotiation documents and information, free to the public. | In Person |
| Vehicle Impoundment Release | Vehicle Impoundment may be appealed and applications for early release may be submitted. | Service BC Centres in 29 locations throughout the Province accept applications for review within 30 days of becoming aware of the impoundment, issue vehicle releases and collect the appropriate fees. | In Person |
| Vital Statistics Agency includes: Birth, Death and Marriage certificates, Change of Name services, Marriage Licences, Vital Statistics in BC, Wills, Notices and Searches Legal Change of Name Information and Registration can be applied for online |
The Vital Statistics Agency also issues certificates pertaining to those registrations of birth, marriage, stillbirth, death, or change of name. | Service BC Centers can assist with and accept payment for various Vital Statistics applications, and forward those applications for processing. Service BC Centres also issue marriage licences. | Online / In Person |
| Vital Statistics - Non BC Resident | The Vital Statistics (non-BC resident) webpage provides a list of contacts for vital statistic services from the other provinces. | Service BC Centres provide online access to the Vital Statistics Offices (Other Jurisdictions) webpage through the CATs. | Online |
| Voter Registration | Elections BC maintains a list of persons eligible to vote in the Provincial election. This list is updated continuously until the closing date for voter registration during an election. |
Service BC staff carry out duties as assigned by Deputy District Registrars of Voters. Eligible individuals may register to vote and update information by visiting any Service BC Centre. |
In Person |
| Waste Discharge Fees | The Ministry of Environment, Waste Discharge Authorizations website describes the process for applying for a waste discharge authorization, typically a permit or approval. | Service BC Centres process payments on invoices for these fees. | In Person |
| Water Licence and Approvals | All water in British Columbia is owned by the Crown on behalf of the residents of the province. Authority to divert and use surface water is obtained by a licence or approval in accordance with the statutory requirements of the Water Act and the Water Protection Act. | Service BC Centres accept payments for Water Licence Rental fees but do not accept or process applications. Service BC Centres provide access to the Ministry of Environment Water Stewardship website (containing water license applications and renewals) through the CATs. | Online |
| Wills, Notices and Searches | This website contains information on wills notices. | Service BC Centres supply application forms for wills notices and searches. We accept payment, and forward to Vital Statistics for processing. | Online / In Person |
| Women's Services | This Ministry of Community Services webpage provides links to programs, services and resources for women and women at risk. | Service BC Centres provide access to the Ministry of Community Services website through the CATs. | Online |
| WorkSafeBC - the Workers’ Compensation Board of BC | WorkSafeBC (formerly the Workers' Compensation Board of BC) is dedicated to the safety, protection and good health of workers. | Some Service BC Centres will be able to assist the public with on-line registration with WorkSafeBC through the OneStop Business Registration website. | Online / In Person |
