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Federal Government Services, St Thomas
1-800-622-6232 (1-800 O-Canada)Canada Pension Plan: 1-800-277-9914
Employment Insurance: 1-800-206-7218
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Access to Government of Canada services, benefits and documentation
Employment Services - Assistance with career planning and counselling including resume and interview assistance and student and youth employment services * access to online Job Bank
Employment Insurance - Basic income protection program for employed workers
Financial Benefits - Information and forms for federal pensions and benefits including the Canada Pension Plan (CPP), Old Age Security (OAS), Disability Benefits and Survivor Benefits
Social Insurance Number (SIN) application - Personal identification number for access to various Canadian government programs
Services for Business - Services regarding employees and safety, including records of employment; wage subsidies, labour market information, labour standards, occupational health and safety and workplace equity
Employment Services - Assistance with career planning and counselling including resume and interview assistance and student and youth employment services * access to online Job Bank
Employment Insurance - Basic income protection program for employed workers
Financial Benefits - Information and forms for federal pensions and benefits including the Canada Pension Plan (CPP), Old Age Security (OAS), Disability Benefits and Survivor Benefits
Social Insurance Number (SIN) application - Personal identification number for access to various Canadian government programs
Services for Business - Services regarding employees and safety, including records of employment; wage subsidies, labour market information, labour standards, occupational health and safety and workplace equity
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Social assistance program that provides employment assistance and financial support for basic needs
Financial Assistance - Short term income assistance for the cost of shelter and basic needs including food and clothing * also offers emergency assistance for items of extreme need such as: medical supplies (diabetic supplies, surgical supplies) and medical travel and transportation
Employment Assistance - Supports to help people become and stay employed, such as job search support, basic education, employment placement, skills training, community participation and participation in substance use recovery programs * financial assistance is provided to clients to cover certain related expenses such as bus transportation, child care and clothing * services provided by local Employment Resource Centres
Discretionary Benefits - Financial assistance for special items of extreme need may be provided to eligible recipients
Learning, Earning, and Parenting (LEAP) Program - Supports to help parents complete high school, enhance their parenting skills, and prepare them to enter the workforce
Financial Assistance - Short term income assistance for the cost of shelter and basic needs including food and clothing * also offers emergency assistance for items of extreme need such as: medical supplies (diabetic supplies, surgical supplies) and medical travel and transportation
Employment Assistance - Supports to help people become and stay employed, such as job search support, basic education, employment placement, skills training, community participation and participation in substance use recovery programs * financial assistance is provided to clients to cover certain related expenses such as bus transportation, child care and clothing * services provided by local Employment Resource Centres
Discretionary Benefits - Financial assistance for special items of extreme need may be provided to eligible recipients
Learning, Earning, and Parenting (LEAP) Program - Supports to help parents complete high school, enhance their parenting skills, and prepare them to enter the workforce
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Manages access to government social services
Children's Services - Management and delivery of child care and early years services * administers child care fee subsidy program for children based on income * maintains service agreements with licensed child care and licensed home care providers * special needs resourcing program for licensed child care programs
Housing Services - Develops and administers assistance programs related to home ownership, private rental housing, affordable housing, social housing, transitional housing, supportive housing and homeless shelters * manages all city-owned housing
St Thomas-Elgin Ontario Works - Social assistance program that provides employment assistance and financial support for basic needs
Children's Services - Management and delivery of child care and early years services * administers child care fee subsidy program for children based on income * maintains service agreements with licensed child care and licensed home care providers * special needs resourcing program for licensed child care programs
Housing Services - Develops and administers assistance programs related to home ownership, private rental housing, affordable housing, social housing, transitional housing, supportive housing and homeless shelters * manages all city-owned housing
St Thomas-Elgin Ontario Works - Social assistance program that provides employment assistance and financial support for basic needs
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Income supports for people in financial need who have permanent disabilities or disabilities expected to last longer than one year * employment supports are available and provided by community service providers
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Life Stabilization
Office: General Inquiries: 519-661-4520 Applications: 519-661-4520 ext 3
Complaints: 519-661-2310
Overpayments: 519-661-2306
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Social assistance program that provides employment assistance and financial support for basic needs * online application available
Additional Office Locations:
Life Stabilization - Citi Plaza
355 Wellington St, Suite 248
London, ON N6A 3N7
Life Stabilization - London East
1835 Dundas St, Suite 1
London, ON N5W 3E7
Social Services - Northland Mall
1275 Highbury Ave N
London, ON N5Y 1A8
Life Stabilization - South London Community Centre
1119 Jalna Blvd
London, ON N6E 3B3
Life Stabilization - Westmount Shopping Centre
785 Wonderland Rd S
London, ON N6K 1M6
Drop Box Locations:
Learning, Earning, and Parenting (LEAP) Program - Supports to help parents complete high school, enhance their parenting skills, and prepare them to enter the workforce
Additional Office Locations:
Life Stabilization - Citi Plaza
355 Wellington St, Suite 248
London, ON N6A 3N7
Life Stabilization - London East
1835 Dundas St, Suite 1
London, ON N5W 3E7
Social Services - Northland Mall
1275 Highbury Ave N
London, ON N5Y 1A8
Life Stabilization - South London Community Centre
1119 Jalna Blvd
London, ON N6E 3B3
Life Stabilization - Westmount Shopping Centre
785 Wonderland Rd S
London, ON N6K 1M6
Drop Box Locations:
- Citi Plaza - 355 Wellington St, Suite 248
- Carling Heights Optimist Community Centre - 656 Elizabeth St
- LUSO Community Services - 1193 Oxford St E
- North London Optimist Community Centre - 1345 Cheapside St
- Life Stabilization - Northland Mall - 1275 Highbury Ave N
- Life Stabilization - London East - 1835 Dundas St, Suite 1
- Life Stabilization - South London Community Centre - 1119 Jalna Blvd
- Canada Games Aquatic Centre - 1045 Wonderland Rd N
- Life Stabilization - Westmount Mall - 785 Wonderland Rd N
Learning, Earning, and Parenting (LEAP) Program - Supports to help parents complete high school, enhance their parenting skills, and prepare them to enter the workforce
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Manages access to government social services such as Ontario works, provides emergency financial aid to the residents of London and handles subsidies for nonprofit daycare programming
Child Care Fee Subsidy Program - Provides assistance with the costs of licensed child care
Discretionary Benefits - Financial assistance for special items of extreme need may be provided to eligible recipients
Family Support Program - Assists Ontario Works recipients to obtain child and spousal support payments through support orders and agreements
Life Stabilization - Social assistance program that provides employment assistance and financial support for basic needs * online application available
Services and Programs:
Child Care Fee Subsidy Program - Provides assistance with the costs of licensed child care
Discretionary Benefits - Financial assistance for special items of extreme need may be provided to eligible recipients
Family Support Program - Assists Ontario Works recipients to obtain child and spousal support payments through support orders and agreements
Life Stabilization - Social assistance program that provides employment assistance and financial support for basic needs * online application available
Services and Programs:
- Ontario Renovates Program for Homeowners and Tenants
- Street Level Women at Risk
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Community Homelessness Prevention Initiative (CHPI)
Office: 519-434-7321 * press 1 for information on how to apply for Ontario Works or 2 for Social Services (Ontario Works, Discretionary Benefits, and Children's Services)Visit Website
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Financial assistance available to eligible people and families who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless * assistance with hydro and rent arrears
Program sponsored by the Government of Ontario and administered by the County of Middlesex to address local priorities * people on Ontario Works (OW) and Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP), as well as low-income residents of Middlesex County may be eligible
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Social Services Department
Office: Administration and Applications: 519-434-7321 ext 2235Visit Website
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Manages access to government social services, such as Ontario Works * provides financial support for basic needs * emergency financial aid * administers subsidies to assist eligible families with the costs of licensed child care * employment assistance
Basic Financial Assistance (Ontario Works) - Short term income assistance for the cost of shelter and basic needs including food and clothing * also offers limited Emergency Assistance and Discretionary Benefits
Burial Assistance - For eligible applicants, financial assistance for families unable to meet the cost of a funeral and burial * the county will agree to pay the funeral costs up to a predetermined maximum * any income from other sources (insurance policies, Canada Pension Plan Death Benefits and family contributions) will be taken into consideration for payment ahead of the county contribution * for more information, call 519-434-7321 ext 2236
Child Care Fee Subsidy - Financial assistance toward the cost of licensed child care * for more information, call 519-434-7321 ext 2289 or 2265
Emergency Energy Fund (EEF) - One-time emergency financial assistance towards electricity bills for people who are in jeopardy of disconnection of a utility service * applicant must currently have received a disconnection notice, or have been disconnected * fund available for families in Middlesex County not receiving other forms of social assistance * application form available on Middlesex County Social Services website
Employment Assistance - Supports to eligible Ontario Works clients to help become and stay employed, such as job search support, basic education, employment placement, skills training, community participation and participation in substance use recovery programs * financial assistance may be provided to clients to cover certain related expenses such as transportation, child care and clothing
Housing Assistance - Social Housing providers are located throughout London and Middlesex * each program offers different housing alternatives (nonprofit housing, cooperative housing, subsidy, rent supplement program and rent-geared-to-income programs * for more information, or to apply, visit the Housing Access Centre or call 519-661-0861
Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) - Program for eligible Ontario Works clients * parents under the age of 18 must participate in the program to remain eligible for OW * parents between the ages of 18 to 25 may voluntarily participate * completion of LEAP requirements entitles participant to $500 bursary, to be applied to post-secondary education, or may be saved for their children
Community Homelessness Prevention Initiative (CHPI) - Financial assistance available to eligible people and families who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless * assistance with hydro and rent arrears
Basic Financial Assistance (Ontario Works) - Short term income assistance for the cost of shelter and basic needs including food and clothing * also offers limited Emergency Assistance and Discretionary Benefits
Burial Assistance - For eligible applicants, financial assistance for families unable to meet the cost of a funeral and burial * the county will agree to pay the funeral costs up to a predetermined maximum * any income from other sources (insurance policies, Canada Pension Plan Death Benefits and family contributions) will be taken into consideration for payment ahead of the county contribution * for more information, call 519-434-7321 ext 2236
Child Care Fee Subsidy - Financial assistance toward the cost of licensed child care * for more information, call 519-434-7321 ext 2289 or 2265
Emergency Energy Fund (EEF) - One-time emergency financial assistance towards electricity bills for people who are in jeopardy of disconnection of a utility service * applicant must currently have received a disconnection notice, or have been disconnected * fund available for families in Middlesex County not receiving other forms of social assistance * application form available on Middlesex County Social Services website
Employment Assistance - Supports to eligible Ontario Works clients to help become and stay employed, such as job search support, basic education, employment placement, skills training, community participation and participation in substance use recovery programs * financial assistance may be provided to clients to cover certain related expenses such as transportation, child care and clothing
Housing Assistance - Social Housing providers are located throughout London and Middlesex * each program offers different housing alternatives (nonprofit housing, cooperative housing, subsidy, rent supplement program and rent-geared-to-income programs * for more information, or to apply, visit the Housing Access Centre or call 519-661-0861
Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) - Program for eligible Ontario Works clients * parents under the age of 18 must participate in the program to remain eligible for OW * parents between the ages of 18 to 25 may voluntarily participate * completion of LEAP requirements entitles participant to $500 bursary, to be applied to post-secondary education, or may be saved for their children
Community Homelessness Prevention Initiative (CHPI) - Financial assistance available to eligible people and families who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless * assistance with hydro and rent arrears
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Federal Government Services, London
1-800-622-6232 (1-800-OCanada)Canada Pension Plan: 1-800-277-9914
Employment Insurance: 1-800-206-7218
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Short Description
Access to Government of Canada services, benefits and documentation
Employment Services - Assistance with career planning and counselling including resume and interview assistance and student and youth employment services * access to online Job Bank
Employment Insurance - Basic income protection program for employed workers
Financial Benefits - Information and forms for federal pensions and benefits including the Canada Pension Plan (CPP), Old Age Security (OAS), Disability Benefits, and Survivor Benefits
Social Insurance Number (SIN) application - Personal identification number for access to various Canadian government programs
Services for Business - Services regarding employees and safety, including records of employment, wage subsidies, labour market information, labour standards, occupational health and safety and workplace equity
Employment Services - Assistance with career planning and counselling including resume and interview assistance and student and youth employment services * access to online Job Bank
Employment Insurance - Basic income protection program for employed workers
Financial Benefits - Information and forms for federal pensions and benefits including the Canada Pension Plan (CPP), Old Age Security (OAS), Disability Benefits, and Survivor Benefits
Social Insurance Number (SIN) application - Personal identification number for access to various Canadian government programs
Services for Business - Services regarding employees and safety, including records of employment, wage subsidies, labour market information, labour standards, occupational health and safety and workplace equity
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Ontario Works, Social Housing, and Child Care Subsidy * Client Service Workers are situated in Tillsonburg, Ingersoll and Woodstock * main office is located at the Oxford County Administrative Building * for information or to apply for assistance visit the County of Oxford website
Oxford County Child Care Registry and Waitlist: Click Here
County of Oxford Housing Application System: Click Here
Accessibility Advisory Committee
A committee that focuses on creating a society that is open to all, including persons with disabilities.
Affordable Home Ownership Program
The program provides financial assistance to qualified low-to-moderate income households. Funding is limited and is available on a first come, first served basis, in the form of a 20-year interest-free loan registered on title and up to 5% of the purchase price of an eligible home (current maximum purchase price is $425,000).
My Second Unit Program
Oxford County's My Second Unit helps homeowners plan and finance a secondary, self-contained dwelling unit in their home with an interest-free, forgivable loan of up to $30,000.
Oxford County Child Care Registry and Waitlist: Click Here
County of Oxford Housing Application System: Click Here
Accessibility Advisory Committee
A committee that focuses on creating a society that is open to all, including persons with disabilities.
Affordable Home Ownership Program
The program provides financial assistance to qualified low-to-moderate income households. Funding is limited and is available on a first come, first served basis, in the form of a 20-year interest-free loan registered on title and up to 5% of the purchase price of an eligible home (current maximum purchase price is $425,000).
My Second Unit Program
Oxford County's My Second Unit helps homeowners plan and finance a secondary, self-contained dwelling unit in their home with an interest-free, forgivable loan of up to $30,000.
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Ontario Works, Social Housing, and Child Care Subsidy * Client Service Workers are situated in Tillsonburg, Ingersoll and Woodstock * main office is located at the Oxford County Administrative Building * for information or to apply for assistance visit the County of Oxford website
Oxford County Child Care Registry and Waitlist: Click Here
County of Oxford Housing Application System: Click Here
Accessibility Advisory Committee
A committee that focuses on creating a society that is open to all, including persons with disabilities.
Affordable Home Ownership Program
The program provides financial assistance to qualified low-to-moderate income households. Funding is limited and is available on a first come, first served basis, in the form of a 20-year interest-free loan registered on title and up to 5% of the purchase price of an eligible home (current maximum purchase price is $425,000).
My Second Unit Program
Oxford County's My Second Unit helps homeowners plan and finance a secondary, self-contained dwelling unit in their home with an interest-free, forgivable loan of up to $30,000.
Oxford County Child Care Registry and Waitlist: Click Here
County of Oxford Housing Application System: Click Here
Accessibility Advisory Committee
A committee that focuses on creating a society that is open to all, including persons with disabilities.
Affordable Home Ownership Program
The program provides financial assistance to qualified low-to-moderate income households. Funding is limited and is available on a first come, first served basis, in the form of a 20-year interest-free loan registered on title and up to 5% of the purchase price of an eligible home (current maximum purchase price is $425,000).
My Second Unit Program
Oxford County's My Second Unit helps homeowners plan and finance a secondary, self-contained dwelling unit in their home with an interest-free, forgivable loan of up to $30,000.
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Income supports for people in financial need who have permanent disabilities or disabilities expected to last longer than one year * employment supports are available and provided by community service providers
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Ontario Works, Social Housing, and Child Care Subsidy * Client Service Workers are situated in Tillsonburg, Ingersoll and Woodstock * main office is located at the Oxford County Administrative Building * for information or to apply for assistance visit the County of Oxford website
Oxford County Child Care Registry and Waitlist: Click Here
County of Oxford Housing Application System: Click Here
Accessibility Advisory Committee
A committee that focuses on creating a society that is open to all, including persons with disabilities.
Affordable Home Ownership Program
The program provides financial assistance to qualified low-to-moderate income households. Funding is limited and is available on a first come, first served basis, in the form of a 20-year interest-free loan registered on title and up to 5% of the purchase price of an eligible home (current maximum purchase price is $425,000).
My Second Unit Program
Oxford County's My Second Unit helps homeowners plan and finance a secondary, self-contained dwelling unit in their home with an interest-free, forgivable loan of up to $30,000.
Oxford County Child Care Registry and Waitlist: Click Here
County of Oxford Housing Application System: Click Here
Accessibility Advisory Committee
A committee that focuses on creating a society that is open to all, including persons with disabilities.
Affordable Home Ownership Program
The program provides financial assistance to qualified low-to-moderate income households. Funding is limited and is available on a first come, first served basis, in the form of a 20-year interest-free loan registered on title and up to 5% of the purchase price of an eligible home (current maximum purchase price is $425,000).
My Second Unit Program
Oxford County's My Second Unit helps homeowners plan and finance a secondary, self-contained dwelling unit in their home with an interest-free, forgivable loan of up to $30,000.
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| Rates based on OW entitlements and are issued temporarily for 16-48 days through an expedited process Ontario Works - Basic Financial Assistance may be available to assist with cost of basic needs like food, clothing and shelter as well as health benefits and employment assistance. Eligibility is assessed by reviewing family size, income, assets and housing cost. At this time applications for financial assistance and participation agreements can be completed over the phone and verified through third party checks. More information about OW along with rates of assistance can be found HERE How to Apply online HERE or contact at 519-271-3773 ext 200 (including those who have previously been in receipt of OW and need to re-apply) Federal assistance will be applied to OW assistance if the time periods overlap and result in overpayments and recovery OW/ODSP recipients Expanded access to Discretionary Benefits is available for current recipients to meet extraordinary costs during the COVID-19 pandemic such as food, cleaning supplies and transportation. How to Apply contact caseworker directly A comprehensive list of federal benefits can be found HERE Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) is intended to meet the needs of people with disabilities and help them to become more independent. ODSP provides financial assistance to people with disabilities. Amount of benefit depends on size of family, shelter costs, income, and assets. Help prepare for and find a job Emergency Homelessness - People and families in need of emergency housing during regular work hours should contact the Ontario Works or ODSP office (if not registered with either, contact OW). Outside of normal business hours, contact the Huron Perth Crisis Intervention Program at 1-888-829-7484 |
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Analyzes industrial health and safety hazards and procedures including WSIB claims investigations and appeals, workplace injury management and return to work programs. Provides consultations on environmental safety, spills response, industrial hygiene standards, safety procedures, ergonomic design and assessment, public and on-site workplace training and professional development.
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Administers social assistance to people in need in the City of Stratford, Perth County, and the Town of St Marys. Assistance with asssessing income, housing, homelessness services and childcare supports.
Low-income Energy Support Program (LEAP) - click here If behind on electricity or natural gas bill or face having service disconnected, individuals may qualify for emergency financial help through LEAP. Please note for Festival Hydro customers, this does not cover water or sewage fees. Support is available from the City of Stratford Social Services, 519-271-3773 Ext 200.
Low-income Energy Support Program (LEAP) - click here If behind on electricity or natural gas bill or face having service disconnected, individuals may qualify for emergency financial help through LEAP. Please note for Festival Hydro customers, this does not cover water or sewage fees. Support is available from the City of Stratford Social Services, 519-271-3773 Ext 200.
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Emergency Assistance for those not on Ontario Works (OW) or Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) and have no access to other supports, have applied to EI but have not received payment. How to Apply online HERE or contact at 519-271-3773 Ext 200. Rates based on OW entitlements and are issued temporarily for 16-48 days through an expedited process
Ontario Works - Basic Financial Assistance may be available to assist with cost of basic needs like food, clothing and shelter as well as health benefits and employment assistance. Eligibility is assessed by reviewing family size, income, assets and housing cost. At this time applications for financial assistance and participation agreements can be completed over the phone and verified through third party checks. More information about OW along with rates of assistance can be found HERE How to Apply online HERE or contact at 1-888-999-1142 (including those who have previously been in receipt of OW and need to re-apply)
Financial Assistance - Monthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income, monthly drug benefit card and other services including covering the costs related to starting a job or work placement
Employment Assistance - 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
Community Participation - volunteer placements, job search programs based on individual's skills, experience and circumstances, employment placement - job matching service, basic education -- basic adult upgrading, high school upgrading, English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, literacy and basic skills, job skills training -- development of skills for specific jobs, on-the-job training, supports to self-employment and referrals to self-employment programs
Discretionary Benefits may include one-time health related items such as eye glasses, emergency dental treatment, prosthetics and health related supplies, Non-health related items such as essential appliances, utility arrears (in order to avoid disconnection, costs associated with funerals, burials and cremations. Programs may vary by City or Municipality
MyBenefits www.ontario.ca/mybenefits online access to report changes to or to get information about your Ontario Works file.
Temporary Care Program - there is financial assistance available for children under the care of a guardian or with no available parent
Emergency Homelessness - People and families in need of emergency housing during regular work hours should contact the Ontario Works office to speak with an Outreach worker. Outside of normal business hours, contact Shelterlink at 519-272-2294 or 1-888-829-7484
Ontario Works - Basic Financial Assistance may be available to assist with cost of basic needs like food, clothing and shelter as well as health benefits and employment assistance. Eligibility is assessed by reviewing family size, income, assets and housing cost. At this time applications for financial assistance and participation agreements can be completed over the phone and verified through third party checks. More information about OW along with rates of assistance can be found HERE How to Apply online HERE or contact at 1-888-999-1142 (including those who have previously been in receipt of OW and need to re-apply)
Financial Assistance - Monthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income, monthly drug benefit card and other services including covering the costs related to starting a job or work placement
Employment Assistance - 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
Community Participation - volunteer placements, job search programs based on individual's skills, experience and circumstances, employment placement - job matching service, basic education -- basic adult upgrading, high school upgrading, English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, literacy and basic skills, job skills training -- development of skills for specific jobs, on-the-job training, supports to self-employment and referrals to self-employment programs
Discretionary Benefits may include one-time health related items such as eye glasses, emergency dental treatment, prosthetics and health related supplies, Non-health related items such as essential appliances, utility arrears (in order to avoid disconnection, costs associated with funerals, burials and cremations. Programs may vary by City or Municipality
MyBenefits www.ontario.ca/mybenefits online access to report changes to or to get information about your Ontario Works file.
Temporary Care Program - there is financial assistance available for children under the care of a guardian or with no available parent
Emergency Homelessness - People and families in need of emergency housing during regular work hours should contact the Ontario Works office to speak with an Outreach worker. Outside of normal business hours, contact Shelterlink at 519-272-2294 or 1-888-829-7484
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Ontario government program designed to meet the unique needs of people with disabilities and their families who are in financial need, or who want to work and need support.
The program has two parts:
A person with a disability who wants to work may qualify for employment supports even if they are not eligible for income support
The program has two parts:
- Income Support provides financial assistance and other benefits to eligible people. This can include accommodation and basic living expenses as well as prescription drugs and basic dental care
- Employment Supports program provides goods and services to eligible people with disabilities to help overcome barriers to employment. This program is designed for people with disabilities who want to work, but need specific supports to help them prepare for, obtain and keep a job in their community
A person with a disability who wants to work may qualify for employment supports even if they are not eligible for income support
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Social Services - Norfolk Office
1-800-420-5403 Office: 519-426-6170
Office: 519-426-6170 ext 3134
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Provides emergency short-term financial assistance under the Ontario Works Act
Services include:
Ontario Works Assistance:
Financial assistance is provided to persons in need to cover their cost of food and shelter. Any individual over 16 years of age (with special circumstances to age 18) can apply for OW either over the phone or in person at the office. An office appointment is then made with a Case Manager within 4 working days. If the applicant is eligible, a cheque/direct bank deposit is usually issued within 3 to 5 working days after all documents have been supplied and verified
Employment assistance is available to all employable clients in receipt of Ontario Works assistance.
Components negotiated with the client and Employment Case Manager:
Child care Fee Subsidy: - program helps families pay for licensed child care and approved recreation programs so that parents/caregivers can work or attend school. Families who qualify will have some or all of their child care costs covered
You may be eligible for help with child care costs:
If you live in Haldimand or Norfolk Counties and have a child (or children) under age 12 (or under the age of 18 if special needs exist), and at least one of the following applies:
Housing and Homeless Prevention Programs: Contact Homeless Intake Line - ext 3134
Services include:
Ontario Works Assistance:
Financial assistance is provided to persons in need to cover their cost of food and shelter. Any individual over 16 years of age (with special circumstances to age 18) can apply for OW either over the phone or in person at the office. An office appointment is then made with a Case Manager within 4 working days. If the applicant is eligible, a cheque/direct bank deposit is usually issued within 3 to 5 working days after all documents have been supplied and verified
Employment assistance is available to all employable clients in receipt of Ontario Works assistance.
Components negotiated with the client and Employment Case Manager:
- Employment Supports - enables the client to take advantage of available community resources in order to improve their basic education, job-specific skills training, job search techniques and educational upgrading.
- Community Placement - provides the opportunity to volunteer in the community applying existing skills and developing skills, experience and contacts for future employment.
- Employment Placement - permits referral to job placement for those who have good technical skills but limited opportunities.
- Learning Earning and Parenting - for parents, up to the age of 25, who have not obtained their grade 12 education
Child care Fee Subsidy: - program helps families pay for licensed child care and approved recreation programs so that parents/caregivers can work or attend school. Families who qualify will have some or all of their child care costs covered
You may be eligible for help with child care costs:
If you live in Haldimand or Norfolk Counties and have a child (or children) under age 12 (or under the age of 18 if special needs exist), and at least one of the following applies:
- you are employed full or part-time
- you are attending school full or part-time
- you are retraining full or part-time
- you are a parent with special needs, or have a child with special needs, and have been referred by a professional
- you are a parent with therapeutic needs, or have a child with therapeutic needs and have been referred by a professional
Housing and Homeless Prevention Programs: Contact Homeless Intake Line - ext 3134
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Ontario Works
Social Assistance Services: 1-833-771-1163 Personal Case Information: 1-800-808-2268 Interactive Voice Response system (Mon-Sun 24 hrs)Office: 519-759-3330
Social Assistance Services: 1-833-771-1163
Personal Case Information: 1-800-808-2268
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Financial and employment assistance to individuals and families residing in the City of Brantford and in Brant County who are in need
Assistance includes income support for basic needs and shelter for eligible persons as well as access to benefits such as:
Ontario Works Employment supports help you become "job-ready". Service Coordinators can help you access employment supports and provide more information
If you receive Ontario Works assistance and are actively involved in an employment assistance activity or have started a job, you may also be eligible to receive assistance with related expenses
Eligible low-income Brantford and Brant County residents, and residents receiving Social Assistance benefits, can get help with the cost of funerals, cremations, and burials. Eligibility is determined on the deceased person's income and assets, not the family member who is making the application
Assistance includes income support for basic needs and shelter for eligible persons as well as access to benefits such as:
- drug coverage for most of the cost of prescription drugs for eligible family members
- special diet requirements due to a medical condition
- pregnancy nutritional/breastfeeding allowance for coverage of dietary needs during pregnancy and for 12 months after delivery if breastfeeding
- health-related Items such as diabetic supplies, surgical supplies and, dressings, approved medical transportation of $15 or more per month, and a guide dog benefit
- employment-related benefits when starting a new job or employment assistance activity
Ontario Works Employment supports help you become "job-ready". Service Coordinators can help you access employment supports and provide more information
If you receive Ontario Works assistance and are actively involved in an employment assistance activity or have started a job, you may also be eligible to receive assistance with related expenses
Eligible low-income Brantford and Brant County residents, and residents receiving Social Assistance benefits, can get help with the cost of funerals, cremations, and burials. Eligibility is determined on the deceased person's income and assets, not the family member who is making the application
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An Ontario government program designed to meet the unique needs of people with disabilities and their families who are in financial need, or who want to work and need support.
The program has two parts:
A person with a disability who wants to work may qualify for employment supports even if they are not eligible for income support
The program has two parts:
- Income Support - provides financial assistance and other benefits to eligible people. This can include accommodation and basic living expenses as well as prescription drugs and basic dental care
- Employment Supports Program - provides goods and services to eligible people with disabilities to help overcome barriers to employment. This program is designed for people with disabilities who want to work but need specific supports to help them prepare for, obtain and keep a job in their community
A person with a disability who wants to work may qualify for employment supports even if they are not eligible for income support
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Ontario Disability Support Program
Office: 519-886-4700Fax: 519-886-8997
Toll Free: 1-800-441-9820
TTY: 519-886-8304
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Short Description
Provides income support and employment support to people with disabilities in financial need, or who want and are able to work and need support * Ontarians 65 years or older who are not eligible for Old Age Security may qualify for ODSP supports if they are in financial need
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Short Description
Disease prevention and health promotion, providing a wide range of health and social services to the community
Programs offered:
Programs offered:
- Home support/long term care - personal support, light housekeeping and relief services for seniors and disabled in the community
- Family support - prevention and intervention, counselling with adults, youth and children as well as parenting classes and other groups as deemed appropriate and providing an intake process to assist with internal/external referrals
- Community wellness workers - offers youth prevention, social education, community awareness
- Human service cook - provides breakfast program for the children attending LSK Elementary School and prepares the Meals on Wheels program for the elderly
- Ontario Works (Welfare/employment) - provides temporary financial assistance in company with employment counselling, support in life skills, and literacy to help reintegrate them into the work force
- Employment and training - services available: job board, internet access, resume assistance, job fax service, resource materials
- Target Wage Subsidy
- Job Creation
- Training Purchase
- Employment Assistance
- Self-Employment Assistance
- Small Business Support Program
- Mobility Assistance
- Alter-Abled Initiative
- Youth Work Experience
- Stay In School Initiative
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Short Description
Provides financial assistance to Six Nations band members
- financial assistance is made up of two parts - basic needs and shelter
- Family Support Program - mandatory for all sole support parents and blended families with children from previous relationships
- Innovations - 4-week education, skills, and personal development program
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Community Services Department
Office: 519-575-4400Fax: 519-883-2234
Toll Free: 519-575-4608
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Short Description
The Waterloo Region Community Services Department provides resources on the topics of:
- Income Support (e.g. Ontario Works)
- Employment Services/Employment Resource Centres
- Children's Services
- Seniors Services
- Housing Services
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