{"id":3932,"date":"2020-06-17T19:02:23","date_gmt":"2020-06-17T19:02:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/immigrantservices.staging.atws.ca\/?page_id=3932"},"modified":"2026-08-13T15:06:50","modified_gmt":"2026-08-13T23:06:50","slug":"settlement-resources-guide","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/immigrantservices.ca\/ar\/resources\/settlement-resources-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Settlement Resources Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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We created a compilation of resources that we hope will help you during
your first days in Canada by easily finding what you need as you arrive in
your new community.<\/p>

We are here to help, book your appointment for a one-on-one meeting with
a Settlement Counsellor: Phone: 778-470-6101<\/a> | Toll-Free: 1-866-672-0855<\/a>
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Medical Insurance<\/strong><\/span>
Medical Insurance Plan (MSP)<\/strong>
The Government of British Columbia has a health plan called the Medical Services Plan (MSP). It is only for eligible British Columbia residents who are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or government-assisted refugees. Post-secondary international students with study permits and people with work permits for six months or longer may also be eligible for MSP.
MSP pays for basic, medically required health costs, for example, some doctor visits, some medical tests, and treatments. Some health costs such as dentists and physiotherapists ARE NOT covered by MSP<\/strong>.
When you apply for MSP, make sure that you give your name exactly as it is on other official documents.<\/p>

Service BC Centre Kamloops (No Driver Services)<\/strong>
Address:<\/strong> 455 Columbia St Room 250, Kamloops, BC V2C 6K4
Phone#:<\/strong> (250) 828-4540
Link to Website:<\/strong>
https:\/\/www2.gov.bc.ca\/gov\/content\/governments\/organizational-structure\/ministries-organizations\/ministries\/citizens-services\/servicebc\/service-bc-location-kamloops<\/a><\/p>

You will use the BC Services Card (see picture below) to access health care services if you have opted to have both on one card. It can be used as identification anywhere you need to show government-issued identification.<\/p>

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To get your BC Services Card:<\/strong>
1. Complete and submit the BC Medical Services Plan enrollment form. This form can be found at www.health.gov.bc.ca\/msp
2. After you\u2019ve submitted the form and supporting documentation, you will receive a confirmation letter in the mail in approximately one month. Next you will need to take two pieces of identification and the letter to an ICBC driver licensing office. To\u00a0 learn more about the required identification, visit\u00a0 ICBC Kamloops.<\/a>\u00a0
For Kamloops \u2013 Refer to section 1.4 ICBC Driver Licensing
3. After visiting the ICBC office and verifying your identity, you should receive your BC Services Card in the mail within three weeks.<\/p>

Out-of-province coverage<\/strong>
Check with Health Insurance BC about your MSP coverage if you will be away from B.C. for any extended period of time.<\/p>

Note:<\/strong>
MSP will not pay for dental services in a dentist\u2019s office. However, if you go to a hospital for dental surgery, MSP will cover the cost. If you have a job, your employer may have a benefit plan for employees to help pay for your dental care. Ask your employer about dental coverage. Some public health units have dental clinics. They give free dental checkups and cleanings to young children. They may also have low-cost dental care for older children and adults. You may also be able to use the Healthy Kids Program.<\/p>

You will NOT have MSP for up to three months. Make sure you buy private medical insurance for that time.<\/p>

Private Medical Insurance<\/strong> <\/span>
Look in the yellow pages or search Insurance \u2013 Life and Health at www.yellowpages.ca<\/a><\/p>

Canada Child Benefit (CCB) for children under 18 years old<\/strong><\/span>
The Canada child benefit (CCB) is administered by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). It is a tax-free monthly payment made to eligible families to help with the cost of raising children under 18 years of age. The CCB may include the child disability benefit and any related provincial and territorial programs.
For more information regarding the Canada Child Benefit and to find out if you are eligible to apply \u2013 contact Kamloops Immigrant Services.
Email:<\/strong> kis@immigrantservices.ca<\/a>
Phone Number:<\/strong> +1 (778) 470-6101<\/a><\/p>

Doctors<\/strong>
There are two types of doctors in British Columbia:<\/p>