Dr. Fry’s team are employed by the Parliament of Canada to help constituents with their dealings with the federal government. Listed are some of the programs and benefits our team can help you with
Working Hard for Vancouver Centre
Here to help you
My constituency office provides services to residents of Vancouver Centre. We have provided a list of links for resources and departments to look at and contact as a first step.
My team and I are happy to assist you on a number of federal government programs and benefits, please do not hesitate to contact us. Also feel free to contact us if you don’t live in Vancouver Centre.
Citizenship & Immigration
- Learn about the programs that will help you immigrate to Canada
- Learn how to apply for Canadian citizenship
- Learn how to stay in Canada
- Learn how to apply for a student visa
- Learn how to apply for a work visa
- Learn how to apply for permanent residency in Canada
- Learn how to bring families and friends to Canada
For immigration and residency requests, please email us at Hedy.Fry@parl.gc.ca including your full names (the same one as your passport’s), UCI number, Application number and your Canadian address.
Seniors & Retirement
- Programs and services for seniors
- Visit Social Development Canada all pension related needs and questions
- If you’re 65+ learn how to apply for the Old Age Security pension
- Find out if you are eligible for the Guaranteed Income Supplement
- Learn what services are available to you as a Veteran
- For information on the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) please visit: Canadian Dental Care Plan – Canada.ca
Income Taxes
- Access Canada Customs and Revenue Agency electronic services for both businesses and individuals.
- If you are the caregiver for persons under 18, you are eligible to receive the Canada Child tax benefit
- Find out if you are eligible to receive the Canada Pension Plan Disability benefit
Employment & EI
- Apply for Employment Insurance: You can apply-on-line or Contact Service Canada’s EI Section
- Visit the Government of Canada’s job bank
- Learn how to apply for a Social Insurance Number
Student Loans
- For starting information visit: Student aid – Canada.ca
- To apply for student loans visit: Student grants and loans – What do student grants and loans offer – Canada.ca
- For information on the International Student Program reforms read: Additional information about International Student Program reforms – Canada.ca
Health & Safety
- The latest advisories on food, drugs, medical services, and consumer products: Learn how Health Canada can help you find any advisories that you need to know about.
- I need information on public safety: Get all the information you need to keep you, your friends, and family safe.
Travel Documents & Passports
- Planning to travel? Find out how to get a passport
Note: Urgent or express services are available for emergency or compassionate reasons on a case-by-case basis. These services are available only for those applicants who can apply in person at a regional office and who provide proof to justify the urgency. - Travelling outside of Canada: find all information on travel, including travel advisories
- Plan your trip to one of Canada’s beautiful National Parks and Historical Sites
Congratulatory Messages
- 100th birthday messages
- Congratulatory messages from the Prime Minister
Helpful Links and Contact Details
Provincial
Vancouver- West End
Spencer Chandra Herbert
s.chandraherbert.MLA@leg.bc.ca
604-660-7307
Vancouver- False Creek
Hon. Brenda Bailey
brenda.bailey.MLA@leg.bc.ca
604-775-2601
Municipal
City of Vancouver; 604-873-7000
Metro Vancouver; 604-432-6200
Government
Access to Information and Privacy;
- 800-282-1376 (8:30 AM – 4:30 PM EST)
- Online request form: Access to Information and Privacy (ATIP) Online Request (apps.gc.ca)
Canada Border Services Agency;
Canada Mortgage and Housing;
- 800-668-2642
- contactcentre@cmhc.ca
- Contact us (cmhc-schl.gc.ca)
Canada Revenue Agency;
- 800-267-6999
- Canada Revenue Agency – Canada.ca
Canada Student Loans and Grants;
Citizenship and Immigration Canada;
Department of Veterans Affairs;
- Tol-free: 866-522-2122
- TTD/TTY: 833-921-0071
- Home – Veterans Affairs Canada
Employment Insurance;
- 800-206-7218
- Contact for EI Individuals – Canada.ca – online services + contact page
Federal Labour Program;
- 800-641-4049
- Contact the Labour Program – Canada.ca
Old Age Security or Canada Pension Plan;
- 800-277-9914
- Contact Old Age Security – Canada.ca – online contact
Passport Canada;
- 800-567-6868
- Contact the Passport Program – Canada.ca
Service Canada;
- 800-622-6232
- Service Canada – Canada.ca
Statistics Canada;
Seniors Resources
Benefits Finder
A site to help you learn which government benefits you are eligible for. Benefits Finder – Search – Welcome to the Benefits Finder (services.gc.ca)
Seniors First BC
a charitable, non-profit society that provides information, legal advocacy, support and referrals to older adults across BC who are dealing with issues affecting their well-being, as well as those who are care for them.
- Website: Programs – Seniors First BC
- Phone: 886-437-1940
- Seniors Abuse call line: 604-437-1940 (weekdays 8 am to 8 pm)
Dignity Seniors Society
Supporting seniors in LGBTQ+ community. Providing culturally appropriate services and spaces for our community members. We are available for you to consult with and we can provide training to your staff and volunteers
- Website: Dignity Seniors Society
- Phone: 778-535-3260
West End Seniors Network (WESN)
The WESN is for people 55 years and older, their services include assistance at home, navigating housing, peer support and information or referrals to best match individuals with the resources they would benefit from.
- Website: Services — West End Seniors’ Network (wesn.ca)
- Email: info@wesn.ca
- Phone number: 604-669-5051
S.U.C.C.E.S.S.
This organization partners with communities across Vancouver to provide services and host events for seniors.
- Website: Seniors Archives – S.U.C.C.E.S.S. (successbc.ca)
- Seniors Quality of Life Outreach – Community Groups (successbc.ca)
- Email: victor.lau@success.bc.ca
- Phone: 604-408-7274 ext. 1088
City of Vancouver
City of Vancouver Seniors Support page contains helpful information and resources for Seniors
For more resources, or questions please feel free to contact my constituency office and we will help in any way we can.
Do you need our support?
Looking for support with the above services, contact the offices of Hedy Fry:
