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Comprehensive employment and job search services
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers
- assessment of skills, interests and experience
- job search strategies, including resume preparation
- information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment and training opportunities
- on-the-job training, work experience, help in maintaining employment as well as information and referral to other employment and community services
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers
- training program must demonstrate good job prospects
- financial support based on need, may include tuition, instructional costs, books, transportation and/or a basic living allowance
- help in identifying human resource skills requirements, matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
- support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention
- financial support for individual employers to purchase training for their employees
- available to small, medium and large businesses planning to deliver short-term training for existing or new employees
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Provide in-person or online counselling to children and youth in need, through a partnership with the Reflection Centre.
GHC children/youth will be able to access four pro bono counselling sessions, then if further counselling is needed, sliding scale options and/or Glowing Hearts Charity covering the cost of sessions, will be offered on a case-by-case scenario.
GHC children/youth will be able to access four pro bono counselling sessions, then if further counselling is needed, sliding scale options and/or Glowing Hearts Charity covering the cost of sessions, will be offered on a case-by-case scenario.
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- Comprehensive employment and job search services
- assessment of skills, interests and experience
- job search strategies, including resume preparation
- information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment and training opportunities
- on-the-job training, work experience, help in maintaining employment as well as information and referral to other employment and community services
- skills training and financial support for laid-off workers
- help in identifying human resource skills requirements, matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
- support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention
- financial support for individual employers to purchase training for their employees
- available to small, medium and large businesses planning to deliver short-term training for existing or new employees
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Financial Relief Navigator (FRN)
Plan provides programs in the following three areas:Support for Individuals
CRB ended Oct 23, 2021, in its place is the Canadian Worker Lockdown Benefit:
Social Assistance
Ontario Energy BoardTelecommunications Relief
- online tool that provides information and help to access emergency benefits, related to COVID-19, including Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB), Canada Emergency Student Benefit (CESB), and Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS), as well as other benefits and financial relief from governments, financial institutions, utilities, telecoms and internet providers
- Click HERE for more information
Plan provides programs in the following three areas:Support for Individuals
CRB ended Oct 23, 2021, in its place is the Canadian Worker Lockdown Benefit:
- Canadian Worker Lockdown Benefit:
- will provide $300 per week to workers who are subject to a lockdown, including those who are ineligible for traditional Employment Insurance
- Canada Recovery Sickness Benefit (CRSB)
- available to those who need to self-isolate due to COVID-19 will continue until Nov 20, 2021 and is proposed by government to extend until May 7, 2022
- to apply see CRSB Application
- for other questions about CRSB see, CRSB Questions
- Canada Recovery Caregiving Benefit (CRCB)
- available to those who must stop work to care for a child under 12 or a family member who needs supervised care, will continue until Nov 20, 2021 and is proposed by government to extend until May 7, 2022
- to apply see CRCB Application
- for other question about CRCB see, CRCB Questions
- see Canada Student Loans - COVID-19 for details
- see Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) for Ontario Students
- Government of Canada has introduced legislation to support low-income seniors who received pandemic benefits. For information about a One-Time Grant for Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) Recipients click here.
Social Assistance
- Visit Ontario Works and ODSP for up-to-date information and to apply online
- If you believe you contracted COVID-19 while at work, you may file a claim to determine if you are eligible for WSIB coverage, call 1-800-387-0750 or visit WSIB Benefits for more information
- Service Ontario is reinstating renewal requirements for driver's licences, licence plate stickers, other driver and vehicle products, Ontario Photo Cards and Ontario health cards that were temporarily extended due to the COVID-19 pandemic, see Renewal Requirements
- Ontario has waived the three-month waiting period for Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) coverage, see Applying for an Ontario Health Card for more details
Ontario Energy BoardTelecommunications Relief
- Telus COVID-19 Updates
- Rogers COVID-19 Updates
- If your telecommunications company is not listed here, check their website or contact them directly to learn of any assistance they may be offering
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Assists people with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and their families, caregivers, and health professionals
- raises funds for research and equally to help clients with MS
- ongoing self help groups and support for diagnosed persons and their families
- MS Knowledge Network navigators provide consistent, quality MS information and support for anyone in Canada
- information on MS
- community referral
- Quality of Life Grants
- literature
- provides guest speakers to increase understanding of MS
- works to change government policies at all levels, private industry practices and public attitudes in positive ways
- may have guest speakers and exercise classes
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- Comprehensive employment and job search services
- assessment of skills, interests and experience
- job search strategies, including resume preparation
- information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment and training opportunities
- on-the-job training, work experience, help in maintaining employment as well as information and referral to other employment and community services
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers
- training program must demonstrate good job prospects
- financial support based on need, may include tuition, instructional costs, books, transportation and/or a basic living allowance
- help in identifying human resource skills requirements, matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
- support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention
- financial support for individual employers to purchase training for their employees
- available to small, medium and large businesses planning to deliver short-term training for existing or new employees
- paid pre-employment services
- job matching, paid job placements with placement supports for participants and hiring incentives for employers
- mentorship, education and work transition supports
- summer job opportunities and part-time job placements during the year
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Comprehensive employment and job search services
- assessment of skills, interests and experience
- job search strategies, including resume preparation
- information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment and training opportunities
- on-the-job training, work experience, help in maintaining employment as well as information and referral to other employment and community services
- skills training and financial support for laid-off workers
- training program must demonstrate good job prospects
- financial support based on need, may include tuition, instructional costs, books, transportation and/or a basic living allowance
- help in identifying human resource skills requirements, matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
- support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention
- financial support for individual employers to purchase training for their employees
- available to small, medium and large businesses planning to deliver short-term training for existing or new employees
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Ontario Works - County-wide Assistance Dental Emergencies, Dentures, Eyeglasses
Office: 705-722-3132 ext 1109From Beeton: 905-729-4514 ext 1109
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Allocates funding from the Social Assistance Restructuring Fund to support low income and non-social assistance recipients with health related expenses for the following items:
- eyeglasses
- dentures
- dental for relief of pain
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Program is closed due to being redesigned. When it reopens, the urgent needs fund will only be available to those who have never received funding in the past.
If you fit under this criteria, call back in July for the new program details.
A discretionary fund available to provide individuals in Simcoe County who are experiencing or are at-risk of poverty, emergency financial assistance with modest one-time grants to address basic needs including:
If you fit under this criteria, call back in July for the new program details.
A discretionary fund available to provide individuals in Simcoe County who are experiencing or are at-risk of poverty, emergency financial assistance with modest one-time grants to address basic needs including:
- food security (e.g. grocery gift card, baby food, etc.);
- transportation (e.g. gas gift card, taxi voucher, bus ticket, medical transportation, etc.);
- basic needs (e.g. clothing, cleaning supplies, personal hygiene supplies, footwear, etc.) including delivery of items;
- social integration (e.g. access to a cellphone or phone cards, computer rentals, etc.);
- health and wellness (e.g. medication, emergency dental, eyeglasses, etc.);
- housing start-up costs (e.g. furniture, kitchen supplies, bedding, mattress, etc.);
- child care;
- family supports (e.g. parenting courses, educational resources and supplies for children/youth);
- personal Identification (e.g. birth certificate, health card, SIN, driver's license);
- student assistance for elementary and high school students (books, supplies, registration / application fees); and/or,
- mental health supports;
- income tax filing costs;
- utilities
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Program funds projects that incorporate accessible, adaptable and inclusive designs, which allow seniors to continue to live independently in their communities for as long as possible.
Grant amounts will be distributed based on the number of applications received and ability to meet funding criteria.
Grant amounts will be distributed based on the number of applications received and ability to meet funding criteria.
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Comprehensive employment and job search services
Skills training and financial support for laid-off workers
- assessment of skills, interests and experience
- job search strategies, including resume preparation
- information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment and training opportunities
- on-the-job training, work experience, help in maintaining employment as well as information and referral to other employment and community services
Skills training and financial support for laid-off workers
- training program must demonstrate good job prospects
- financial support based on need, may include tuition, instructional costs, books, transportation and/or a basic living allowance
- help in identifying human resource skills requirements, matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
- support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention
- financial support for individual employers to purchase training for their employees
- available to small, medium and large businesses planning to deliver short-term training for existing or new employees
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Comprehensive employment and job search services
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers
- assessment of skills, interests and experience
- job search strategies, including resume preparation
- information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment and training opportunities
- on-the-job training, work experience, help in maintaining employment as well as information and referral to other employment and community services
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers
- training program must demonstrate good job prospects
- financial support based on need, may include tuition, instructional costs, books, transportation and/or a basic living allowance
- help in identifying human resource skills requirements, matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
- support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention
- financial support for individual employers to purchase training for their employees
- available to small, medium and large businesses planning to deliver short-term training for existing or new employees
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All-breed dog rescue based in Simcoe County.
Do not receive funding of any kind, so donations to assist with veterinary care are appreciated. Host fundraisers and donation drives throughout the year. Tax-deductible donations can be made through website and gift donations can also be made online. See website for Amazon Wishlist.
- dedicated to saving lives of homeless pets by rescuing from pounds and shelters across North America
- dogs stay in private foster homes until adopted out into properly screened forever homes
- all dogs have full veterinary care prior to adoption, including full age-appropriate vaccinations, fecal test and deworming, wellness bloodwork and heartworm test, spay/neuter and microchip
Do not receive funding of any kind, so donations to assist with veterinary care are appreciated. Host fundraisers and donation drives throughout the year. Tax-deductible donations can be made through website and gift donations can also be made online. See website for Amazon Wishlist.
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Employment resources and coaching to find sustainable employment in Ontario
Better Jobs Ontario
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers
Services for employers -- help in identifying human resource skills requirements
- assessment of skills, interests and abilities
- job search strategies and support, including resume development and interview preparation
- information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment opportunities
- help in maintaining employment
- information and referral to other employment and community services
Better Jobs Ontario
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers
- training program must demonstrate good job prospects
- financial support based on need, may include tuition, instructional costs, books, transportation and/or a basic living allowance
Services for employers -- help in identifying human resource skills requirements
- matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
- support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention
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COVID19 -- Closed for public access until further notice. Applicants can apply for social assistance by calling Access York at 1-877-464-9675 or online at york.ca.
Assesses eligibility for Ontario Works financial and employment assistance, including verification interview
York Region COVID-19 Temporary Arrears Benefit
Assesses eligibility for Ontario Works financial and employment assistance, including verification interview
York Region COVID-19 Temporary Arrears Benefit
- One-time rental/mortgage or utility arrears support to eligible Ontario Works (OW) or Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) households in York Region who, as a result of COVID-19 have not been able to pay rent or utility expenses (are currently in arrears) and are at risk of eviction
- offers light case management
- benefit is available until December 31, 2021 or until funding is exhaused, whichever is first
- call Access York to apply
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Financial assistance program and other services for individuals and their families impacted by life threatening illness
- accepts financial donations, items for backpacks, toy drives, knit materials and has gift catalogue
- emergency payments directly to the utility companies and landlords
- grocery gift cards and hospital transportation and parking costs
- reviews other special requests
- online form asks about recipient's clothing size, wish list and interests
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Comprehensive employment and job search services
- assessment of skills, interests and experience
- job search strategies, including resume preparation
- information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment and training opportunities
- on-the-job training, work experience, help in maintaining employment as well as information and referral to other employment and community services
- skills training and financial support for laid-off workers
- help in identifying human resource skills requirements, matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
- support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention
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Comprehensive employment and job search services
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers
- assessment of skills, interests and experience
- job search strategies, including resume preparation
- information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment and training opportunities
- on-the-job training, work experience, help in maintaining employment as well as information and referral to other employment and community services
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers
- training program must demonstrate good job prospects
- financial support based on need, may include tuition, instructional costs, books, transportation and/or a basic living allowance
- help in identifying human resource skills requirements, matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
- support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention
- financial support for individual employers to purchase training for their employees
- available to small, medium and large businesses planning to deliver short-term training for existing or new employees
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Comprehensive employment and job search services
- assessment of skills, interests and experience
- job search strategies, including resume preparation
- information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment and training opportunities
- on-the-job training, work experience, help in maintaining employment as well as information and referral to other employment and community services
- skills training and financial support for laid-off workers
- help in identifying human resource skills requirements, matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
- support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention
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Comprehensive employment and job search services
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers
- assessment of skills, interests and experience
- job search strategies, including resume preparation
- information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment and training opportunities
- on-the-job training, work experience, help in maintaining employment as well as information and referral to other employment and community services
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers
- training program must demonstrate good job prospects
- financial support based on need, may include tuition, instructional costs, books, transportation and/or a basic living allowance
- help in identifying human resource skills requirements, matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
- support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention
- financial support for individual employers to purchase training for their employees
- available to small, medium and large businesses planning to deliver short-term training for existing or new employees
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Comprehensive employment and job search services
- assessment of skills, interests and experience
- job search strategies, including resume preparation
- information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment and training opportunities
- on-the-job training, work experience, help in maintaining employment as well as information and referral to other employment and community services
- workshops on resume writing, disclosing disability in the workplace, interview skills and job search strategies. Call for more information.
- skills training and financial support for laid-off workers
- help in identifying human resource skills requirements, matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
- support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention
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COVID19 -- Closed for public access until further notice. Applicants can apply for social assistance by calling Access York at 1-877-464-9675 or online at york.ca.
Assesses eligibility for Ontario Works financial and employment assistance, including verification interview
York Region COVID-19 Temporary Arrears Benefit
Assesses eligibility for Ontario Works financial and employment assistance, including verification interview
York Region COVID-19 Temporary Arrears Benefit
- One-time rental/mortgage or utility arrears support to eligible Ontario Works (OW) or Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) households in York Region who, as a result of COVID-19 have not been able to pay rent or utility expenses (are currently in arrears) and are at risk of eviction
- offers light case management
- benefit is available until December 31, 2021 or until funding is exhaused, whichever is first
- call Access York to apply
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COVID19
Employment resources and coaching to find sustainable employment in Ontario
Better Jobs Ontario
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers
Services for employers -- help in identifying human resource skills requirements
- in-person meetings are currently being offered but must be scheduled in advance
- virtual services remain an option where suitable
- visitors must complete a COVID screening questionnaire before coming in
- all visitors are required to wear a mask
Employment resources and coaching to find sustainable employment in Ontario
- assessment of skills, interests and abilities
- job search strategies and support, including resume development and interview preparation
- information about careers and occupations, local labour market, employment opportunities
- help in maintaining employment
- information and referral to other employment and community services
Better Jobs Ontario
Skills training and financial support for laid off workers
- training program must demonstrate good job prospects
- financial support based on need, may include tuition, instructional costs, books, transportation and/or a basic living allowance
Services for employers -- help in identifying human resource skills requirements
- matching of workplace needs to workers' skills, capabilities, interests and experience
- support for developing on-the-job training plans and monitoring of placements to support retention
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Planning and development of services under the Child and Family Services Act, including child welfare, child treatment, child and family interventions, child development, and adoption information
Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities Benefit (ACSD)
- provincial authority for supervising agencies providing these services, including children's aid societies
- also planning and development of services for adults with developmental disabilities
Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities Benefit (ACSD)
- financial assistance for families who have children with severe physical and developmental disabilities
- monthly amount based on severity of disability, family income and special costs incurred
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Ontario. Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services. Ontario Disability Support Program, Newmarket Office
1-877-669-6658 Office: 905-868-8900
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Income Supports:
Health benefits -- prescription drugs, dental care, vision care
Employment Supports -- job preparation, job search, starting a business
Interactive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Sun 24 hrs-- automated information and payment details, file status * service not available to TTY users
Welfare Fraud Hotline 1-800-394-7867, welfare.fraud.css@ontario.ca -- to report suspected cases of social assistance fraud
Health benefits -- prescription drugs, dental care, vision care
- medical supplies, including diabetic and surgical supplies
- transportation to medical treatment if cost exceeds $15 per month
- Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Nutritional Allowance
- Extended Health Benefit may be available to clients who are no longer eligible for ODSP income support
- batteries for mobility devices and hearing aids
- guide dogs
- Special Diet Allowance may be available
- child care costs
- Work-related benefit
- Transitional health benefit
- Employment Transition Benefit
Employment Supports -- job preparation, job search, starting a business
Interactive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Sun 24 hrs-- automated information and payment details, file status * service not available to TTY users
Welfare Fraud Hotline 1-800-394-7867, welfare.fraud.css@ontario.ca -- to report suspected cases of social assistance fraud
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