Leisure Access Program

The following documents are required to apply for the Leisure Access Program using Income Tax documents. Make sure you have the right information ready before you apply. As of September 1, 2024 all income tax documents submitted must be for the 2023 or 2024 tax year.

You may qualify if:

• Your family’s combined net income from line 23600 of your Notice of Assessment(s) is less than the number allowed for your family size – see the Family Size & Income Table below to learn your net income maximum number.
• Your family’s combined amount from your Proof of Income Statement line 12100 is $500 or less
• Your family’s combined amount from your Proof of Income Statement line 20800 is $2000 or less
• Your family’s combined amount from your Proof of Income Statement line 25400 is $2000 or less

Required documents

1.  Proof of Income Statement for each adult in the family.

• Get this document online: Set up a Revenue Canada online account to access your Proof of Income Statement (Note: Assessed is not the same document as Notice of Assessment.)

OR

2.  Notice of Assessment for each adult in the family.

• Get this document online: Set up a Revenue Canada online account and follow the steps to register in order to access your Notice of Assessment. 
• Get your Notice of Assessment by phone: call 1-800-959-8281.

AND

3. Income Tax and Benefit Return - T1 for each adult in the family. This document is created when your taxes are prepared.

• Get this document from your computer. If you used software to do your taxes, you would have been prompted to save your  T1 form in your account.
• Get this document from the person who did your taxes: If a professional did your taxes, they probably gave you your  T1 form. If not, contact them to request it.

4.  Canada Child Benefit Notice or Good and Services Tax Credit Notice.

• Get these documents online: Set up a Revenue Canada online account to access the desired document.
• Get the Canada Child Benefit Notice by phone: call 1-800-387-1193.
• Get the Goods and Services Tax Credit Notice by phone: call 1-800-959-8281. 

5.  Proof of address for one adult in the family.

• This is only necessary if your documents above do not display a Surrey address.
• Proof of address must be in the name of an adult applicant and must be dated no more than three months prior to the application.

6.  Government issued photo ID for one adult in the family.

• Examples: BC Services Card, driver’s license or Permanent Residence (PR) Card.

7.  Completed Leisure Access Program Application.

8.  Submit Leisure Access Application online.

If you are a client of the Ministry of Social Development, you must provide the following documents to apply for the Leisure Access Program: 

1. Confirmation of Assistance from your online account with Ministry of Social Development, Notice of Deposit (full page – before report card is filled out and returned), or a current Release of Personal Information signed or stamped by Ministry of Social Development.

• A new notice may be mailed to you each month. 

2. Current Canada Child Benefit Notice or Goods and Services Tax Credit Notice

• This is only necessary if your family includes children ages 0-18, or a Spouse, and they are not listed on the GIS Confirmation Letter.
• Get this document online: Set up a Revenue Canada online account to access this document.
• Get the Canada Child Benefit Notice by phone: call 1-800-387-1193.
• Get the Goods and Services Tax Credit Notice by phone: call 1-800-959-8281.

3. Proof of address of one adult in the family

• This is only necessary if your documents above do not display a Surrey address.
• Proof of address must be in the name of an adult applicant and must be dated no more than three months prior to the application.

4. Government issued photo ID for one adult in the family

• BC Services Card, driver’s licence or Permanent Residence (PR) Card.

5.  Completed Leisure Access Program Application. 

6. Submit Leisure Access Application online.

If you are an individual or family receiving the Disability Tax Credit, the following documents are required to apply for the Leisure Access Program. All documents submitted must be for the 2023 or 2024 tax year.

You may qualify if:

• Your family’s combined net income subtracted by your Disability Tax Credit is less than the number allowed for your family size. See the Family Size & Income Table below.
• Your family’s combined amount from your Proof of Income Statement line 12100 is $500 or less.
• Your family’s combined amount from your Proof of Income Statement line 20800 is $2000 or less.
• Your family’s combined amount from your Proof of Income Statement line 25400 is $2000 or less.

If you are applying as an individual:

Take line 23600 from your Proof of Income Statement and subtract lines 31600. If this number is less than $25,037, you may qualify.

If you are applying as a family:

Take line 23600 from all adults over 18 years and subtract lines 31600, 31800 and 32600. If this number is less than the number allowed for your family size, you may qualify. See the Family Size & Income Table below.

Required documents

1.  Proof of Income Statement for each adult in the family.

Get this document online: Set up a Revenue Canada online account to access your Proof of Income Statement (Note: Assessed is not the same document as Notice of Assessment.)

How to Get a Proof of Income Statement

Choose option 1 or 2 to get a Proof of Income Statement.

Option 1:

1. Log into your CRA account and download your 2023 or 2024 Proof of Income Statement. This document captures Income Tax and Benefit Return - T1 and Notice of Assessment information in 1 document. 
2. Scroll down your My Account page to the gray box with Tax Returns as a header.
3. Click on the Proof of Income Statement box on the right side.
4. Select the tax year you want to download.
5. Once opened the document is called titled 2023 or 2024 Assessment.
6. Print or save the PDF for submission.                                                                       

Option 2:

Order a copy of your Proof of Income Statement to be mailed to you by phone 1-800-267-6999. It can take up to 10 days to receive by mail. 

Before you call: To verify your identity, you’ll need: Social Insurance Number, full name, date of birth, complete address and line 15000 from your most recent assessment.

2.  Canada Child Benefit Notice or Good and Services Tax Credit Notice.

• Get these documents online: Set up a Revenue Canada online account to access the desired document.
• Get the Canada Child Benefit Notice by phone: call 1-800-387-1193.
• Get the Goods and Services Tax Credit Notice by phone: call 1-800-959-8281. 

3.  Proof of address for one adult in the family.

• This is only necessary if your documents above do not display a Surrey address.
• Proof of address must be in the name of an adult applicant and must be dated no more than three months prior to the application.

4.  Government issued photo ID for one adult in the family.

• Examples: BC Services Card, driver’s licence, or Permanent Residence (PR) Card.

5.  Completed Leisure Access Program Application.

6.  Submit Leisure Access Program Application online.

If you are a senior receiving Guaranteed Income Supplement, you must supply the following documents to apply for the Leisure Access Program.

1. Confirmation letter showing you are receiving Guaranteed Income Supplement

• Get this confirmation letter from your online MyService Canada account or by calling 1-800-277-9914.

2. Current Canada Child Benefit Notice or Goods and Services Tax Credit Notice

• This is only necessary if your family includes children ages 0-18, or a Spouse, and they are not listed on the GIS Confirmation Letter.
• Get this document online: set up a Revenue Canada online account and then print a copy of this document.
• Get the Canada Child Benefit Notice by phone: call 1-800-387-1193.
• Get the Goods and Services Tax Credit Notice by phone: call 1-800-959-8281.

3. Proof of address of one adult in the family

• This is only necessary if your documents above do not display a Surrey address.
• Proof of address must be in the name of an adult applicant and must be dated no more than three months prior to the application.

4. Government issued photo ID for one adult in the family

• BC Services Card, driver’s licence or Permanent Residence (PR) Card.

5.  Completed Leisure Access Program Application. 

6.  Submit Leisure Access Application online.

If you are applying on behalf of a child in foster care, you must provide the following documents to apply for the Leisure Access Program. Please note that enrollment in the Leisure Access Program will apply to the foster child(ren) and only one adult who is the legal guardian for the child(ren).

This method applies to:

• Children and youth between the ages of 0-18, who are under the legal care of the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD)
• Children and youth between the ages of 0-18 who are under the legal care of Vancouver Aboriginal Children and Family Services Society
• Children and youth between the ages of 0-18 who are under the legal care of Metis Family Services
• Young adults 19-25 who are under the legal care of Ministry of Children and Family Development’s (MCFD) SAJE Program

Required Documents

1. Referral Letter:

• A Ministry of Child and Family Development (MCFD), Vancouver Aboriginal Children and Family Services Society, or Metis Family Services referral letter on the organization’s letterhead including the names and birthdates of the child(ren), stating the child(ren) is/are in the legal care of the organization, who the child(ren) is/are living with and the address where the child(ren) reside.
• For young adults 19-25 in MCFD’s SAJE program, a referral letter on the organization’s letterhead including the young adult’s name and birthdate, stating the young adult is in the legal care of MCFD, and the address where the young adult resides.

2. Government issued photo ID for one adult in the family.

• Examples: BC Services Card, driver’s licence or Permanent Residence (PR) Card.

3. Completed Leisure Access Program Application. 

4. Submit Leisure Access Application online.

There are translation services available for you. If you are a government sponsored or blended status refugee, you must bring the following documents to apply for the Leisure Access Program.

1. Government issued photo ID for one adult in the family.

• Examples: BC Services Card, driver’s licence or Permanent Residence (PR) Card.

2. Application.  

• Ask your settlement services agency to fill out the Leisure Access Program Refugee Referral Application with you. They will have the forms.

Approved settlement services agencies who can refer a refugee are:

• DIVERSEcity Community Resources Society
• Immigrant Services Society (ISS) of BC
• MOSAIC BC
• Options Community Services Society
• Pacific Community Resources Society (PCRS)
• Progressive Intercultural Community Services (PICS)
• S.U.C.C.E.S.S.

This application method is only open to Government Assisted Refugees or Blended Visa Office-Referred at this time.

Affordable Child Care Benefit Monthly payment to help eligible families with the cost of child care.

Alex House - Childcare: Three classes offered for ages 0-5 years old.

City of Surrey Preschool Program  The City of Surrey delivers affordable excellence in licensed preschools for children ages 3 to 5 years old.

Early Years Hub Early Learning Family and Child programs offer a free, friendly, welcoming setting.

Surrey Libraries Storytime: Stories for children at various libraries.

Athletics 4 Kids: Provides eligible families with a grant to cover sport recreation fees.

Canadian Tire Jumpstart: Removing financial barriers for families with children between the ages from 4 to 18. Accessing a range of activities from Archery to Yoga.

City of Surrey Outdoor Pools - Enjoy a free swim at one of our eight outdoor pools during the summer.

CloverValley PEAPS: Offered through Options Community Services. For children and parents/caregivers to play as well as to find support and resources related to parenting.

Kid Sport Canada: Provides eligible families with a grant for registered sports programs.

Museum of Surrey: Offers a wide range of a exhibits and activities for all ages. Admission is free.

MYgame After School: After-school drop-in program for children aged 8 – 12 years old. Program includes the opportunity to play games, activities, and sports with more children.

MYzone After School: After school drop-in program for children between the ages of 8-12 years. Available during school year.

NHL/NHLPA First Shift Hockey Program: Open to boys and girls ages 6-10 who have not previously registered for hockey.

Outdoor Pools: Surrey has 8 outdoor pools where public swimming is free in the summer.

Park Play: Free family activities at different parks each summer.

Red Fox Recreation & Leadership Program: Offers recreation programs for children & families as well as leadership & employment skills for teens.

Surrey Libraries Browse great books, online story times, and much more for families, homeschoolers, and kids of all ages.

Tennis & Pickleball: Play for free at one of many tennis & pickleball courts in Surrey's parks.

YMCA Financial Assistance: Removing financial barriers for families and individuals who are unable to pay the full fee.

Alex House - One-to-One Youth Workers: Youth workers work to support youth with their goals and needs and to identify strengths and weaknesses.

Alex House - Outreach: Youth outreach team identifies and connects with youth in the community and offer a variety of free services.

Fraser Region Aboriginal Friendship Centre Youth Culture Night: Ages 13-30.

Milieu Children and Family Services: Various youth groups.

Newcomer Reach Program (PCRS): Program offers individual services to empower and support newcomer youth ages 13-24.

Prevention and Health Promotion Program (PCRS): Supports youth ages 10-19 to prevent substance misuse. School-based program that promotes healthy lifestyles and activities.

Recreation Centre Youth Membership: Free membership for many events & program including games, sports, activities & more.

United Way School's Out Club: Free after-school program for children in grades 1-7 to build relationships with their peers, youth mentors and program facilitators.

Alex House - Knitting Circle: Weekly opportunity, September through June, for people to drop in for a knit and chat.

Nightshift Ministries Drop in Monday through Friday from 2-4pm to connect, chat, access support and engage with Night Shift Volunteers.

Nightshift Ministries: Art classes, open time to create with others with supplies provided.

YMCA Financial Assistance: Removing financial barriers for families and individuals who are unable to pay the full fee. 

Surrey Art Gallery: Engage with contemporary art through changing exhibitions and permanent artworks, along with talks, tours, and courses.

BRELLA Adult Day Program: Therapeutic recreation programs for seniors. Participants must be referred by Fraser Health.

BRELLA - Seniors’ Centre Without Walls (SCWW): Provides recreational activities for seniors from the comfort of their own home. Available completely over the phone.

BRELLA- Better at Home – Program that helps seniors 65+ with simple non-medical, day-to-day tasks so that they can continue to live independently in their own homes.

City of Surrey Senior Services Membership: Seniors 55+ can enjoy access to free or nominal fee volunteer-led drop-in activities, events and clubs with the purchase of a Senior Services Membership.

DIVERSEcity: 1-1 care system navigation system, counselling, language specific support group, education sessions and family support.

Minds in Motion: Fitness and social program for people living with any form of early-stage dementia to attend with a family member, friend, or other care partner. 

PICS Senior Adult Day Program: Designed for South Asian Seniors and offers daily structured programs in a community setting.

Seniors First BC: Provides a free legal clinic for 55+ in Surrey every third Tuesday of the month between 10am to 12pm. every month. There is an eligible criterion for income.

TALK – KPU: Third Age Learning for 50+ at Kwantlen Polytechnic University, runs September through August.

WALKit:  Work on mobility and meet new people. For ages 55+. Free volunteer-led walks, no registration needed.