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Social Assistance & Employment Opportunities
Office: 905-641-9960Application/General Inquiry : 905-641-9230
Application/General Inquiry Toll Free : 1-866-627-1110
Cheque Inquiry (IVR): 1-800-808-2268
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Provides financial assistance and a range of employment supports and activities, in partnership with community agencies, to enable participants and their families to achieve independence through sustainable employment.
Emergency Assistance: Community Services also provides assistance to members of the community who are not recipients of Ontario Works benefits provided they meet certain eligibility criteria. These benefits include Emergency and discretionary benefits (i.e. basic needs and shelter) and may be accessed by the working poor, Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) recipients and homeless individuals.
Temporary Care Assistance for Children: Financial assistance may be available for individuals looking after a child where the individual needing assistance is not the child's birth or adoptive parent.
Staff provide life stabilization supports and services that support individuals (OW and ODSP non-disabled adults) in reaching a level of stability that allows them to be involved in their community and participate in employment services.
Emergency Assistance: Community Services also provides assistance to members of the community who are not recipients of Ontario Works benefits provided they meet certain eligibility criteria. These benefits include Emergency and discretionary benefits (i.e. basic needs and shelter) and may be accessed by the working poor, Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) recipients and homeless individuals.
Temporary Care Assistance for Children: Financial assistance may be available for individuals looking after a child where the individual needing assistance is not the child's birth or adoptive parent.
Staff provide life stabilization supports and services that support individuals (OW and ODSP non-disabled adults) in reaching a level of stability that allows them to be involved in their community and participate in employment services.
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Low-income individuals and families may qualify for last month's rent and rental or mortgage arrears.
Ontario Works (OW) and Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) recipients may qualify for assistance with rental/mortgage arrears or last month's rent.
Individuals or couples are eligible for a maximum of $900 once every 24 months. Families with children are eligible for a maximum of $1600 once every 24 months.
Ontario Works (OW) and Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) recipients may qualify for assistance with rental/mortgage arrears or last month's rent.
Individuals or couples are eligible for a maximum of $900 once every 24 months. Families with children are eligible for a maximum of $1600 once every 24 months.
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A direct, monthly benefit payment to eligible households to help pay their rent. The benefit payments are:
- portable, which means you may receive the benefits even when you move to another address
- based on the household income and local market rent.
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Social Assistance & Employment Opportunities
Office: 905-354-3561Application/General Inquiry : 905-641-9230
Application/General Inquiry Toll Free : 1-866-627-1110
Cheque Inquiry (IVR): 1-800-808-2268
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Provides financial assistance and a range of employment supports and activities, in partnership with community agencies, to enable participants and their families to achieve independence through sustainable employment.
Emergency Assistance: Community Services also provides assistance to members of the community who are not recipients of Ontario Works benefits provided they meet certain eligibility criteria. These benefits include Emergency and discretionary benefits (i.e. basic needs and shelter) and may be accessed by the working poor, Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) recipients and homeless individuals.
Temporary Care Assistance for Children: Financial assistance may be available for individuals looking after a child where the individual needing assistance is not the child's birth or adoptive parent.
Staff provide life stabilization supports and services that support individuals (OW and ODSP non-disabled adults) in reaching a level of stability that allows them to be involved in their community and participate in employment services.
Emergency Assistance: Community Services also provides assistance to members of the community who are not recipients of Ontario Works benefits provided they meet certain eligibility criteria. These benefits include Emergency and discretionary benefits (i.e. basic needs and shelter) and may be accessed by the working poor, Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) recipients and homeless individuals.
Temporary Care Assistance for Children: Financial assistance may be available for individuals looking after a child where the individual needing assistance is not the child's birth or adoptive parent.
Staff provide life stabilization supports and services that support individuals (OW and ODSP non-disabled adults) in reaching a level of stability that allows them to be involved in their community and participate in employment services.
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Social Assistance & Employment Opportunities
Office: 905-734-7975Application/General Inquiry : 905-641-9230
Application/General Inquiry Toll Free : 1-866-627-1110
Cheque Inquiry (IVR): 1-800-808-2268
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Provides financial assistance and a range of employment supports and activities, in partnership with community agencies, to enable participants and their families to achieve independence through sustainable employment.
Emergency Assistance: Community Services also provides assistance to members of the community who are not recipients of Ontario Works benefits provided they meet certain eligibility criteria. These benefits include Emergency and discretionary benefits (i.e. basic needs and shelter) and may be accessed by the working poor, Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) recipients and homeless individuals.
Temporary Care Assistance for Children: Financial assistance may be available for individuals looking after a child where the individual needing assistance is not the child's birth or adoptive parent.
Staff provide life stabilization supports and services that support individuals (OW and ODSP non-disabled adults) in reaching a level of stability that allows them to be involved in their community and participate in employment services.
Emergency Assistance: Community Services also provides assistance to members of the community who are not recipients of Ontario Works benefits provided they meet certain eligibility criteria. These benefits include Emergency and discretionary benefits (i.e. basic needs and shelter) and may be accessed by the working poor, Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) recipients and homeless individuals.
Temporary Care Assistance for Children: Financial assistance may be available for individuals looking after a child where the individual needing assistance is not the child's birth or adoptive parent.
Staff provide life stabilization supports and services that support individuals (OW and ODSP non-disabled adults) in reaching a level of stability that allows them to be involved in their community and participate in employment services.
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| A registered, not for profit community agency that provides social service assistance to members of the Grimsby community who are experiencing financial hardship. Services ensure those in need receive the basic provision of food security (i.e. food bank and holiday hampers), housing assistance (i.e. rent and utility assistance), health and wellbeing support (i.e. medical and dental assistance), a Back-to-School Program, and a retail store that is available for all in the community. Utility Assistance: Provides intake for the Niagara Emergency Energy Fund (NEEF) and the Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP) for emergency financial assistance for low income households facing gas or hydro (Grimsby Power) disconnection. |
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Social Assistance & Employment Opportunities
Office: 905-734-7975Application/General Inquiry : 905-641-9230
Application/General Inquiry Toll Free : 1-866-627-1110
Cheque Inquiry (IVR): 1-800-808-2268
Visit Website
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Short Description
Provides financial assistance and a range of employment supports and activities, in partnership with community agencies, to enable participants and their families to achieve independence through sustainable employment.
Emergency Assistance: Community Services also provides assistance to members of the community who are not recipients of Ontario Works benefits provided they meet certain eligibility criteria. These benefits include Emergency and discretionary benefits (i.e. basic needs and shelter) and may be accessed by the working poor, Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) recipients and homeless individuals.
Temporary Care Assistance for Children: Financial assistance may be available for individuals looking after a child where the individual needing assistance is not the child's birth or adoptive parent.
Staff provide life stabilization supports and services that support individuals (OW and ODSP non-disabled adults) in reaching a level of stability that allows them to be involved in their community and participate in employment services.
Emergency Assistance: Community Services also provides assistance to members of the community who are not recipients of Ontario Works benefits provided they meet certain eligibility criteria. These benefits include Emergency and discretionary benefits (i.e. basic needs and shelter) and may be accessed by the working poor, Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) recipients and homeless individuals.
Temporary Care Assistance for Children: Financial assistance may be available for individuals looking after a child where the individual needing assistance is not the child's birth or adoptive parent.
Staff provide life stabilization supports and services that support individuals (OW and ODSP non-disabled adults) in reaching a level of stability that allows them to be involved in their community and participate in employment services.
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Social Assistance & Employment Opportunities
Office: 905-354-3561Application/General Inquiry : 905-641-9230
Application/General Inquiry Toll Free : 1-866-627-1110
Cheque Inquiry (IVR): 1-800-808-2268
Visit Website
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Short Description
Provides financial assistance and a range of employment supports and activities, in partnership with community agencies, to enable participants and their families to achieve independence through sustainable employment.
Emergency Assistance: Community Services also provides assistance to members of the community who are not recipients of Ontario Works benefits provided they meet certain eligibility criteria. These benefits include Emergency and discretionary benefits (i.e. basic needs and shelter) and may be accessed by the working poor, Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) recipients and homeless individuals.
Temporary Care Assistance for Children: Financial assistance may be available for individuals looking after a child where the individual needing assistance is not the child's birth or adoptive parent.
Staff provide life stabilization supports and services that support individuals (OW and ODSP non-disabled adults) in reaching a level of stability that allows them to be involved in their community and participate in employment services.
Emergency Assistance: Community Services also provides assistance to members of the community who are not recipients of Ontario Works benefits provided they meet certain eligibility criteria. These benefits include Emergency and discretionary benefits (i.e. basic needs and shelter) and may be accessed by the working poor, Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) recipients and homeless individuals.
Temporary Care Assistance for Children: Financial assistance may be available for individuals looking after a child where the individual needing assistance is not the child's birth or adoptive parent.
Staff provide life stabilization supports and services that support individuals (OW and ODSP non-disabled adults) in reaching a level of stability that allows them to be involved in their community and participate in employment services.
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Offers a property tax credit to older adults who own residential property in Hamilton.
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The Residential Care Subsidy Program aims to prevent homelessness by providing for safe and affordable supported housing in a communal setting for people who require assistance with the daily activities of life.
Offers choices of housing with support options for people who would otherwise be homeless, inappropriately housed in institutions and/or shelters, or inadequately supported in other settings.
Funding is connected to individual residents on a per day basis
Offers choices of housing with support options for people who would otherwise be homeless, inappropriately housed in institutions and/or shelters, or inadequately supported in other settings.
Funding is connected to individual residents on a per day basis
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The fund's purpose is to help residents of Halton maintain their housing
- offers individuals and families one time assistance with basic housing expenses including last month's rent, rent and utility arrears, storage or moving costs and furniture
- call 311 or send an email and your information will be taken by a Customer Service Representative and a Integrated Housing Worker will contact you within 2-4 business days to further discuss your request
See Gas & Hydro Bill Assistance for further assistance options
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Tax Rebate
Low Income Seniors Property Tax Rebate
* City of Burlington property tax rebate of $ 550 for eligible seniors (see Eligibility below)
* application deadline December 31 each year
* contact tax section or see website for more information and application form
Tax Deferrals
Note: using a tax deferral will make homeowner ineligible for tax rebate, and may have impact on other tax credits
Low-Income Seniors and Persons with Disabilities Property Tax Increase Deferral
* a Region of Halton program, administered by the four local municipalities, for low income seniors and low income persons with disabilities (see Eligibility below)
* allows eligible homeowners to defer property tax increases to keep payments at a constant level as long as the property is their principal residence
* accumulated total of all deferred amounts is paid when property is sold or no longer the applicant's principal residence
* application must be made annually, on or before 45 days after the mailing of the final property tax bill, which normally occurs in early June
* contact tax section or see website for more information and application form
Older Adults Property Tax Deferral Program
* defers the full amount of property taxes for older adults under a certain income
* deferral is interest-free
* for more details, see full listing here
Low Income Seniors Property Tax Rebate
* City of Burlington property tax rebate of $ 550 for eligible seniors (see Eligibility below)
* application deadline December 31 each year
* contact tax section or see website for more information and application form
Tax Deferrals
Note: using a tax deferral will make homeowner ineligible for tax rebate, and may have impact on other tax credits
Low-Income Seniors and Persons with Disabilities Property Tax Increase Deferral
* a Region of Halton program, administered by the four local municipalities, for low income seniors and low income persons with disabilities (see Eligibility below)
* allows eligible homeowners to defer property tax increases to keep payments at a constant level as long as the property is their principal residence
* accumulated total of all deferred amounts is paid when property is sold or no longer the applicant's principal residence
* application must be made annually, on or before 45 days after the mailing of the final property tax bill, which normally occurs in early June
* contact tax section or see website for more information and application form
Older Adults Property Tax Deferral Program
* defers the full amount of property taxes for older adults under a certain income
* deferral is interest-free
* for more details, see full listing here
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Older Adults Property Tax Deferral Program
1-866-442-5866 Mon-Sun 24 hours 905-825-6000 or call 3-1-1
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* program allows older adult homeowners in Halton with low incomes to defer their full property taxes for as long as they remain eligible
* allows participants to focus their financial resources on their day-to-day needs, helping them to stay in their homes and improving their overall quality of life
* if you qualify, the deferral of your property taxes is interest-free
* allows participants to focus their financial resources on their day-to-day needs, helping them to stay in their homes and improving their overall quality of life
* if you qualify, the deferral of your property taxes is interest-free
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Senior/Older Adult rebate and tax deferral programs
- you may only take part in one of these programs
- for more information, please contact serviceoakville@oakville.ca
Senior's Property Tax Rebate Program
- tax rebate of $500 per year is available to property owners 65 years of age or older whose combined household income of all persons residing in their property is less than $32,442 in 2021 (reevaluated each year)
- to be eligible, no other parties other than the owner(s) and/or spouse can reside on the property, and the property must be a personal residence, as well as other restrictions
- Application for 2023 tax year will be available in July 2023
Older Adults Property Tax Deferral Program (Halton Region)
Older Adults/Disabled Year-Over-Year Property Tax Increase Deferral
- 65 or older, or are disabled, with a combined household income under $57,800
- may be eligible to defer any year over year increase to your property tax
- a lien will be registered against the property and the amount deferred will become payable upon the sale of the property
- an annual renewal application is required to remain in the program, as well as other restrictions
- more detailed information and application can be found here
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The Rent Ready program provides financial support for utility and rent costs to people in Hamilton who have a low income or who receive support through Ontario Works or the Ontario Disability Support Program.
Rent Ready is NOT a mandatory benefit.
Rent Ready is NOT a mandatory benefit.
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A financial stability program that helps low-income individuals maintain affordable housing, by providing a small short-term interest-free loan for last month's rent. Loans are paid directly to the vendor or provider. The maximum loan is $300 and must be repaid in 12 months.
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Program helps ODSP and OW recipients and people with a low income maintain their housing by providing financial assistance.
Financial assistance is available for:
Financial assistance is available for:
- last month's rent
- rent arrears
- utility arrears
- appliances and mattresses
- bed bug prevention
- moving costs
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Housing Services
Rent Bank access centre -- interest-free repayable loans to low-income households who are in rental arrears or need to move into more suitable housing
- housing counselling
- information and referral
- matches tenants with landlords, eviction prevention, landlord outreach and recruitment, housing listings
Rent Bank access centre -- interest-free repayable loans to low-income households who are in rental arrears or need to move into more suitable housing
- must have legal status in Canada and meet income requirements
- clients of Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Program may be eligible
- landlord and tenant mediation
- money management advice
- follow-up search assistance and community referrals
- also interest-free loans for first and last month's rent deposit to move into more affordable housing
- also for LEAP (Low Income Energy Assistance Program), sponsored by Toronto Hydro Electric System and United Way Toronto -- assistance to low income individuals and families who are in arrears for their electricity utility bills and have exhausted all other sources of financial support
- for help with Enbridge gas bills call 1-855-487-5327
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Program has temporarily closed
Provides direct monthly benefit payment to eligible households to help pay their rent
Benefit payments are:
Households who are approved for this program must consent to be removed from the social housing waiting list
Provides direct monthly benefit payment to eligible households to help pay their rent
Benefit payments are:
- portable - benefits may be received even if moved to another address
- based on household income and local market rent
Households who are approved for this program must consent to be removed from the social housing waiting list
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Provides financial benefits through Ontario Works, as well as employment and social supports to people living in Toronto
Financial Assistance -- monthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income
Health Support --includes medical supplies, sensory and mobility aids, medical transportation
Housing Stabilization Fund --help with rent and energy arrears, rent deposit, moving costs and essential furniture
Social Supports -- referral to community and government services including child care, housing, addiction supports, health and mental health services, food banks, legal services, supports for youth, seniors and persons with disabilities
Client Services and Information Unit 416-338-8888, option 3, then option 5 --information on Ontario Works, including legislation and procedures
Interactive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm
automated information, payment details, file status, service not available to TTY users
MyBenefits -- online service available to residents receiving Ontario Works to access information via smartphone, tablet or computerWelfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980
Service and Benefit Finder -- personalized list of benefits for child care, employment, housing and living expenses
Welfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980 -- to report allegations of fraudulent collection of Ontario Works assistance
Financial Assistance -- monthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income
- provides money for food, shelter, and other household costs
- coverage for prescription medications under the Ontario Drug Benefit Program
- help with health costs and employment related expenses
- visit www.toronto.ca/ontarioworks for list of benefits
Health Support --includes medical supplies, sensory and mobility aids, medical transportation
- discretionary benefits may include dentures, emergency dental services, eyeglasses, prosthetic devices, funerals and burials
- some benefits may be available to only those receiving social assistance, visit website for more information
- Employment centres - walk-in job search centres
- Training Programs - programs to assist clients prepare for employment, self-employment or career advancement
- Employer Hotline 416-397-JOBS (5627) --for employers to post jobs
- clients 18-65 years must participate in employment assistance activities unless they are living with a serious disability or illness, or caring for preschool children
- Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- helps young parents 16-25 finish high school, improve parenting skills, locate and maintain employment
- help in pursuing child or spousal support
Housing Stabilization Fund --help with rent and energy arrears, rent deposit, moving costs and essential furniture
Social Supports -- referral to community and government services including child care, housing, addiction supports, health and mental health services, food banks, legal services, supports for youth, seniors and persons with disabilities
Client Services and Information Unit 416-338-8888, option 3, then option 5 --information on Ontario Works, including legislation and procedures
Interactive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm
automated information, payment details, file status, service not available to TTY users
MyBenefits -- online service available to residents receiving Ontario Works to access information via smartphone, tablet or computerWelfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980
Service and Benefit Finder -- personalized list of benefits for child care, employment, housing and living expenses
Welfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980 -- to report allegations of fraudulent collection of Ontario Works assistance
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Deliver various programs and services for Metis people * education & training, healing & wellness, intergovernmental relations, lands, resources & consultations
Education and Training - Offer a range of supports and services for the educational success of all Métis across Ontario beginning in early childhood, continuing through elementary school, middle school, and high school through to post-secondary education and into adulthood
Healing and Wellness - Facilitates and coordinates programs, services, and activities to address the holistic needs of Métis people in Ontario at the provincial, regional, and local levels
Education and Training - Offer a range of supports and services for the educational success of all Métis across Ontario beginning in early childhood, continuing through elementary school, middle school, and high school through to post-secondary education and into adulthood
Healing and Wellness - Facilitates and coordinates programs, services, and activities to address the holistic needs of Métis people in Ontario at the provincial, regional, and local levels
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Provides financial benefits through Ontario Works, as well as employment and social supports to people living in Toronto
Financial Assistance -- monthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income
Social Supports -- referral to community and government services including child care, housing, addiction supports, health and mental health services, food banks, legal services, supports for youth, seniors and persons with disabilities
Client Services and Information Unit 416-338-8888, option 3, then option 5 --information on Ontario Works, including legislation and procedures
Interactive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm -- automated information, payment details, file status, service not available to TTY users
MyBenefits -- online service available to residents receiving Ontario Works to access information via smartphone, tablet or computer
Service and Benefit Finder -- personalized list of benefits for child care, employment, housing and living expenses
Welfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980 -- to report allegations of fraudulent collection of Ontario Works assistance
Financial Assistance -- monthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income
- provides money for food, shelter, and other household costs
- coverage for prescription medications under the Ontario Drug Benefit Program
- help with health costs and employment related expenses
- visit www.toronto.ca/ontarioworks for list of benefits
- discretionary benefits may include dentures, emergency dental services, eyeglasses, prosthetic devices, funerals and burials
- some benefits may be available to only those receiving social assistance, visit website for more information
- Employment centres - walk-in job search centres
- Training Programs - programs to assist clients prepare for employment, self-employment or career advancement
- Employer Hotline 416-397-JOBS (5627) --for employers to post jobs
- clients 18-65 years must participate in employment assistance activities unless they are living with a serious disability or illness, or caring for preschool children
- Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- helps young parents 16-25 finish high school, improve parenting skills, locate and maintain employment
- help in pursuing child or spousal support
Social Supports -- referral to community and government services including child care, housing, addiction supports, health and mental health services, food banks, legal services, supports for youth, seniors and persons with disabilities
Client Services and Information Unit 416-338-8888, option 3, then option 5 --information on Ontario Works, including legislation and procedures
Interactive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm -- automated information, payment details, file status, service not available to TTY users
MyBenefits -- online service available to residents receiving Ontario Works to access information via smartphone, tablet or computer
Service and Benefit Finder -- personalized list of benefits for child care, employment, housing and living expenses
Welfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980 -- to report allegations of fraudulent collection of Ontario Works assistance
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Information and referral for City of Toronto services and programs
COVID-19 -- check website for information on how the current public health situation may affect City facilities, programs and services
For Animals and Pets, including Animal Enforcement and Assistance CLICK HERE
BusinessTO Support Centre -- provides advice and resources to help businesses respond to the economic impact of COVID-19
For Bylaw Enforcement CLICK HERE
For Bylaws, Directives and Orders related to COVID-19 CLICK HERE
For Cool Spaces Near You CLICK HERE
Emergency Energy Fund -- financial assistance for low income residents with energy disconnections due to late payment of bills
For information on Emergency Preparedness and Public Safety Alerts CLICK HERE
For Financial and Employment Support CLICK HERE
For Garbage and Recycling CLICK HERE
For Graffiti and Postering bylaw information CLICK HERE
For information on Grants, Incentives and Rebates CLICK HERE
Hardship Fund -- for low income residents who are not receiving social assistance
For Low or No Heat or other vital services (hydro, gas, water) in rental units CLICK HERE
Home Energy Loan Program -- low-interest loans to homeowners for energy retrofits
For information on Marriage licenses CLICK HERE
Newcomer Service Kiosks -- information and referral to interpretation and translation services, employment training, community services, schools, health care
For Noise Bylaw CLICK HERE
For Property Standards bylaw CLICK HERE
For Property Taxes and Utilities CLICK HERE
Property tax and water bill relief programs -- for low-income seniors and low-income people with disabilities
For Roads and Road Maintenance CLICK HERE
Safe City Program - first aid and CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation/defibrillation) training available from Toronto Paramedic Services CLICK HERE
Service and Benefit Finder Tool
target=_blank>CLICK HERE
Sidewalk snow removal -- service for wherever the City does not clear the sidewalks
For Streets, Parking and Transportation CLICK HERE
For Trees issues CLICK HERE
For Water issues CLICK HERE
For Winter Services CLICK HERE
For the City's Winter plan for those experiencing homelessness CLICK HERE
For information on Community Councils, Mayor and City Councillors see separate entries
COVID-19 -- check website for information on how the current public health situation may affect City facilities, programs and services
- March 22, 2022 -- Toronto City Hall, and Civic Centres for North York, Scarborough, Etobicoke and York are now fully open to the public and face mask requirement has been lifted
- City of Toronto's response to COVID 19, including information on current health situation, lockdown status, vaccination booking, link(s) to city's immunization clinics
- COVID 19 MEDIA ROOM, including bylaws and special orders, information on enforcement
For Animals and Pets, including Animal Enforcement and Assistance CLICK HERE
BusinessTO Support Centre -- provides advice and resources to help businesses respond to the economic impact of COVID-19
- one-on-one virtual support to help businesses complete applications for Government of Canada COVID-19 funding programs
- to access the BusinessTO Support Centre CLICK HERE
For Bylaw Enforcement CLICK HERE
For Bylaws, Directives and Orders related to COVID-19 CLICK HERE
For Cool Spaces Near You CLICK HERE
Emergency Energy Fund -- financial assistance for low income residents with energy disconnections due to late payment of bills
- call Neighbourhood Information Post at 647-727-8988 or for more information CLICK HERE
For information on Emergency Preparedness and Public Safety Alerts CLICK HERE
For Financial and Employment Support CLICK HERE
For Garbage and Recycling CLICK HERE
For Graffiti and Postering bylaw information CLICK HERE
For information on Grants, Incentives and Rebates CLICK HERE
Hardship Fund -- for low income residents who are not receiving social assistance
- help with health-related expenses such as eyeglasses, emergency dental work, medication, walkers
- call 416-338-8888 or CLICK HERE
For Low or No Heat or other vital services (hydro, gas, water) in rental units CLICK HERE
Home Energy Loan Program -- low-interest loans to homeowners for energy retrofits
- loan is repaid through installments on the property tax bill
- call 416-392-1826 or CLICK HERE
For information on Marriage licenses CLICK HERE
Newcomer Service Kiosks -- information and referral to interpretation and translation services, employment training, community services, schools, health care
- locations throughout Toronto
- call 416-338-0688
- during Covid19, services provided virtually or by phone
For Noise Bylaw CLICK HERE
For Property Standards bylaw CLICK HERE
For Property Taxes and Utilities CLICK HERE
Property tax and water bill relief programs -- for low-income seniors and low-income people with disabilities
- call 311 Tax Utility Inquiry Line
For Roads and Road Maintenance CLICK HERE
Safe City Program - first aid and CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation/defibrillation) training available from Toronto Paramedic Services CLICK HERE
Service and Benefit Finder Tool
target=_blank>CLICK HERE
Sidewalk snow removal -- service for wherever the City does not clear the sidewalks
- for seniors and persons with disabilities in Toronto, East York, Etobicoke and North York wishing more information form CLICK HERE
For Streets, Parking and Transportation CLICK HERE
For Trees issues CLICK HERE
For Water issues CLICK HERE
For Winter Services CLICK HERE
For the City's Winter plan for those experiencing homelessness CLICK HERE
For information on Community Councils, Mayor and City Councillors see separate entries
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Provides financial benefits through Ontario Works, as well as employment and social supports to people living in Toronto
Financial Assistance -- monthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income
Health Support --includes medical supplies, sensory and mobility aids, medical transportation
Housing Stabilization Fund --help with rent and energy arrears, rent deposit, moving costs and essential furniture
Social Supports -- referral to community and government services including child care, housing, addiction supports, health and mental health services, food banks, legal services, supports for youth, seniors and persons with disabilities
Client Services and Information Unit 416-338-8888, option 3, then option 5 --information on Ontario Works, including legislation and procedures
Interactive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm
automated information, payment details, file status, service not available to TTY users
MyBenefits -- online service available to residents receiving Ontario Works to access information via smartphone, tablet or computerWelfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980
Service and Benefit Finder -- personalized list of benefits for child care, employment, housing and living expenses
Welfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980 -- to report allegations of fraudulent collection of Ontario Works assistance
Financial Assistance -- monthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income
- provides money for food, shelter, and other household costs
- coverage for prescription medications under the Ontario Drug Benefit Program
- help with health costs and employment related expenses
- visit www.toronto.ca/ontarioworks for list of benefits
Health Support --includes medical supplies, sensory and mobility aids, medical transportation
- discretionary benefits may include dentures, emergency dental services, eyeglasses, prosthetic devices, funerals and burials
- some benefits may be available to only those receiving social assistance, visit website for more information
- Employment centres - walk-in job search centres
- Training Programs - programs to assist clients prepare for employment, self-employment or career advancement
- Employer Hotline 416-397-JOBS (5627) --for employers to post jobs
- clients 18-65 years must participate in employment assistance activities unless they are living with a serious disability or illness, or caring for preschool children
- Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- helps young parents 16-25 finish high school, improve parenting skills, locate and maintain employment
- help in pursuing child or spousal support
Housing Stabilization Fund --help with rent and energy arrears, rent deposit, moving costs and essential furniture
Social Supports -- referral to community and government services including child care, housing, addiction supports, health and mental health services, food banks, legal services, supports for youth, seniors and persons with disabilities
Client Services and Information Unit 416-338-8888, option 3, then option 5 --information on Ontario Works, including legislation and procedures
Interactive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm
automated information, payment details, file status, service not available to TTY users
MyBenefits -- online service available to residents receiving Ontario Works to access information via smartphone, tablet or computerWelfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980
Service and Benefit Finder -- personalized list of benefits for child care, employment, housing and living expenses
Welfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980 -- to report allegations of fraudulent collection of Ontario Works assistance
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Community support
Assistance with applications for OESP (Ontario Electricity Support Program) -- monthly credit applied to electricity bill for eligible customers based on household income and size
Member agency of Toronto Drop-in Network (TDIN)
- community information and referral
- assistance in filling out government and housing forms, call for information
- income tax clinic
- phone and mail registry service
- computer, Internet and email access
- online resource directory
- case management
- advocacy
- peer-supported community events/festivals and hobby groups
- financial literacy skills
- landlord and tenant mediation
- follow-up support and community links
- grants to low-income households who are in rental arrears or need to move into more suitable housing
Assistance with applications for OESP (Ontario Electricity Support Program) -- monthly credit applied to electricity bill for eligible customers based on household income and size
Member agency of Toronto Drop-in Network (TDIN)
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