Government of Canada and Alberta Benefit and Subsidy …



Government Benefits You May Be Eligible For

GST:

• National government tax credit that may be paid every 3 months to help offset all or part of the GST you pay on goods and services.

• For more call 1-800-959-1953 or visit



Edmonton Leisure Access Program:

• May give you unlimited free admissions into City of Edmonton recreation facilities and lets you register for programs at a lower cost.

• For more information call 780-496-4918 or visit



Alberta Adult Health Benefit:

• Provincial government benefit may give you extended health care coverage if you have high ongoing prescription drug needs.

• For more information call 780-427-6848 or visit



Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP)

• Federal benefit helps Canadians with disabilities and their families save for the future by offering a matched savings grant and a savings bond.

• To open a RDSP and apply for grants/bonds, visit a participating financial organization.

• For more information call 1-800-959-8281 or visit



Free and Low Cost Opportunities

The Leisure Access Program

▪ Provides low income Edmonton residents access to City of Edmonton recreation facilities free of cost

▪ Registered programs are available at a discounted rate

▪ For information and to apply call 780-496-4918

Free Edmonton Public Library Card

▪ If you have a Leisure Access Pass, you are entitled to receive a free annual Edmonton Public Library Card. Visit any local branch and ask for your free library card!

▪ For more information call (780) 496-7047 or visit epl.ca.

The YMCA Opportunity Fund

▪ With the LAP, YMCA membership at a discounted cost of $20/individual or $35/family

▪ If you do not have the LAP, apply at a YMCA branch or on line (need 2010 Notice of Assessment)

▪ For more information please contact your local YMCA branch or visit edmonton.ymca.ca.

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