Employment and Income Assistance Facts
Direct Deposit of Income Support Payments
What is Direct Deposit?
Direct Deposit is when your payment is put directly into your account at your
bank, credit union or financial institution.
What are the advantages to Direct Deposit?
- It is reliable, safe and secure.
- Your money will automatically go into your account.
- It is fast and efficient.
What are my responsibilities regarding Direct Deposit?
Let your worker know if you change your account.
If you have a joint account, either you or the person who shares your account
can withdraw the money from your account.
If you have any questions about Direct Deposit, please speak to your worker.
How do I register for Direct Deposit?
Ask your worker for a Direct Deposit form and take it to your bank, credit union
or other financial institution for them to complete. Then
return the completed form to your worker.
or:
If you are unable to go to your bank, credit union or other financial institution,
complete the Direct Deposit form and attach a blank cheque.
Write VOID across the cheque. Then return this form to your
worker.
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