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flag British Columbia’s social assistance hotline faces extreme delays, with average waits of 64 minutes, despite efforts to improve.

flag British Columbia’s ombudsperson, Jay Chalke, has raised alarms over prolonged wait times for income and disability assistance, with callers sometimes waiting over an hour to be helped. flag Data from 2022 to 2024 shows only 13% of calls were answered within 10 minutes, far below the government’s 80% target, and average wait times reached 64 minutes in October 2024. flag Despite efforts like a call-back system and staff hiring, rising caseloads due to economic pressures and complex needs continue to strain the system. flag While 68% of clients surveyed in 2024 reported satisfaction, Chalke warns that long waits create unfair barriers for vulnerable people needing urgent support for basic needs.

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