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Services and information
Depending on your needs and situation, you may qualify for assistance with a number of basic living expenses and other benefits.
To be eligible for Income Support, you must meet a number of criteria.
Apply online or in person for money to pay for basic expenses like food, clothing and shelter.
What to do if the Income Support program gives you more money than you are eligible to receive.
Report changes to your finances, health or living situation to ensure that you get the support you need and avoid overpayments.
Overview
Income Support can help you and your family with basic living costs and other necessities. Depending on your needs and situation you may be eligible to receive assistance through Alberta’s Income Support program.
Contact
Contact your Income Support worker for all related Income Support questions.
If you do not know how to reach your worker, contact your local Alberta Supports or Alberta Works Centre.
Alberta Supports Contact Centre
To connect with the main Alberta Supports Contact Centre:
Hours: 7:30 am to 8 pm (open Monday to Friday, closed statutory holidays)
Toll free: 1-877-644-9992
Email: [email protected]
24-hour Emergency Income Support Contact Centre
Get emergency financial assistance to help with basic needs like shelter, food, clothing and transportation.
Hours: 24/7
Toll free: 1-866-644-5135
Fax: 780-422-9681
Email: [email protected]