PWD

Step 8 - Persons with Disabilities designation (BC)

Have you submitted your completed application?

Here is where you can send your completed application.

When you are sure that everything is complete, you can send your application by mail or take it to your local office of the Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction.

To mail your application, putting it in the envelope included with the form. No postage is needed.

The mailing address is:
Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction
Health and Specialized Services
PO Box 9971 Stn Prov Govt
Victoria, BC
V8W 9R5

Note that timelines for processing of applications can vary from 2 weeks to 3 months based on client demand and the availability of assessors.

FAQs

Can the Persons with Disabilities (PWD) applications be fast-tracked?

The Ministry can sometimes do this. If you have a grave medical condition, it is important to let the Ministry know by asking for the application to be expedited (fast-tracked) when you submit it.

How long does it take for the ministry to decide on applications?

Times can vary. It may take one month or more to decide if you are eligible for PWD status.

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