If you are worried about paying rent, scared of being evicted, or stressing about putting food on the table—you are not failing. The system is tough right now.
The power is in finding the support you deserve. You don't have to carry this financial weight alone.
Your anxiety is real. Your struggle is real. The first step to fixing the problem is making a call.
Housing & Financial Help (BC-Wide):
There are free and anonymous resources that connect you to local shelter lists, rent banks, and financial assistance programs.
Call or Text 2-1-1 (Toll-Free, 24/7):
* The main hub for all social, government, and community services in BC.
* They connect you to emergency shelters, food banks, and financial aid.
BC Rent Bank:
* Provides confidential, interest-free loans to keep you housed during a temporary crisis.
* Find your local rent bank here: https://www.bcrentbank.ca/
Stop scrolling. Take 2 minutes and text your city name to 2-1-1 right now. That's the first move toward stability.