Service Descriptions
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| Service | Information About Service | What Service BC Can Do to Assist | How (By Phone, Online, In Person) |
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Federal programs and services | Community Access Terminals (CATs) are available in Service BC centres. These terminals provide improved access to the government programs and services where the public can go to use the Internet to obtain government information, make application to government programs electronically and access a wide variety of information pertaining to all levels of government. | 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 for both licensees and servers. | In Person |
| Site Registry | The Site Registry stores information about sites which have entered into the site assessment and remediation process. It is not strictly a registry of contaminated sites. 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 in all locations can assist the public in searching the Site Registry. | Online / In Person |
| Snowmobile Registration | All snowmobiles must be registered, no matter what they are used for or where they're used, as required by the Motor Vehicle (All Terrain) Act. | Community Access Terminals (CATs) are available in Service BC centres. These terminals provide improved access to the government programs and services where the public can go to use the Internet to obtain government information, make application to government programs electronically and access a wide variety of information pertaining to all levels of government. | 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 where a federal office is not available. | 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. | 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 | 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. |
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| Ticket Raffle 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. | Online / In Person |
| Tidal (Saltwater) Fishing Licence |
Tidal (saltwater) fishing regulations and licences are under the jurisdiction of the Canadian federal government. | Community Access Terminals (CATs) are available in Service BC centres. These terminals provide improved access to the government programs and services where the public can go to use the Internet to obtain government information, make application to government programs electronically and access a wide variety of information pertaining to all levels of government. | Online |
| Tourist Information | 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 |
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 | Service BC centres accepts 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 | The Vehicle Impoundment Program was introduced in the fall of 1996. The objective of the program is to make B.C. roads safer by getting vehicles driven by prohibited or unlicensed drivers off the road immediately. | 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 centres carry out the responsibilities of their appointments, maintain a supply of forms for all Vital Statistics functions; direct requests for information to their Vital Statistics regional manager as required; direct deposits through the Revenue Management System of all vital statistics revenue - certificates, change of name revenue and will search fees; the only exception is adoption reunion registry fees; provide information on where similar services may be obtained on vital statistics events which occurred in other provinces and countries. |
Online / In Person |
| Voter Registration | Elections BC, under the direction of the Chief Electoral Officer, maintains a list of persons eligible to vote in provincial elections. 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 by visiting any Service BC Centre. To update voter registration information, voters may also call toll free 1-800-661-8683. Voters Lists may only be used for electoral purposes and other uses expressly provided for in legislation. The Voters List is not available for public sale. Deputy District Registrars of Voters carry sufficient copies of electoral district maps for their own use. Additional copies for the public are available on request to the Electoral Geography Department of Elections BC in Victoria. |
In Person |
| Waste Discharge Fees | This site 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 prepared by the Ministry of Environment. | 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. | Community Access Terminals (CATs) are available in Service BC centres. These terminals provide improved access to the government programs and services where the public can go to use the Internet to obtain government information, make application to government programs electronically and access a wide variety of information pertaining to all levels of government. | Online |
| Wills, Notices and Searches | This website contains information on wills notices. | Service BC Centres provide a number of services for Vital Statistics. Government Agents and Customer Service Staff may hold Issuer of Marriage Licence appointments. | Online / In Person |
| Women's Services | This website provides links to programs, services and resources for women and women at risk. | Community Access Terminals (CATs) are available in Service BC centres. These terminals provide improved access to the government programs and services where the public can go to use the Internet to obtain government information, make application to government programs electronically and access a wide variety of information pertaining to all levels of government. | Online |
| WorkSafeBC - the Workers’ Compensation Board of BC | WorkSafeBC (the Workers' Compensation Board of BC) is an administrative agency operating pursuant to the Workers Compensation Act. WorkSafeBC is dedicated to the safety, protection and good health of workers, and is funded by employers in industries covered by the Act. | 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 |
