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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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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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COVID-19: Office is closed to the public until further notice. Accepting applications for the program by email only.
A program for low and modest income households in Niagara that funds:
Examples of eligible repairs include:
A program for low and modest income households in Niagara that funds:
- affordable housing repairs
- housing modifications for persons with disabilities
- the creation of a secondary suite in single family homes
Examples of eligible repairs include:
- structural (including building exterior such as roofs, foundations or walls)
- plumbing
- fire safety
- electrical and/or heating
- ramps
- handrails and chair/bath lifts
- height adjustment to counter tops
- cues for doorbells/fire alarms
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Welcome Home Niagara Home Ownership Program
1-800-232-3292 Office: 905-682-9201 ext 3963
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COVID-19: Office is closed to the public until further notice. Accepting applications for the Homeownership Program by email only.
Offers down payment assistance for low to moderate-income residents who rent in the Niagara Region and want to buy a home.
Offers down payment assistance for low to moderate-income residents who rent in the Niagara Region and want to buy a home.
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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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An independent, charitable, home building organization dedicated to the elimination of poverty housing by building homes in partnership with families in need. Habitat Niagara builds simple, decent, and affordable houses and provides interest-free mortgages to families needing adequate shelter, who would otherwise not be able to purchase their own home. The Habitat program is about homeownership and providing a long-term solution designed to break the poverty cycle. Building costs are kept low by the use of volunteer labour and the donation of funds and building materials.
Habitat for Humanity Niagara is an affiliate of Habitat for Humanity Canada.
Habitat for Humanity Niagara is an affiliate of Habitat for Humanity Canada.
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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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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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| 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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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 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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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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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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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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COVID19 -- LIFE sessions and After Stroke programs are being offered virtually
Community-based rehabilitation and advocacy; affordable supportive housing for people with physical disabilities
March of Dimes Canada's Supportive Housing Programs: provides scheduled and unscheduled service to people with disabilities in their own apartments:
Assistive Devices Program, 1-866-765-7237 -- financial assistance for adults to purchase or repair devices that increase their mobility and functional independence; may also assist with information or resources to assist in locating additional funding sources
Pop Can Tabs Collection Program -- proceeds support Assistive Devices Program
Home and Vehicle Modification Program, 1-877-369-4867 or 1-877-369-HVMP -- financial assistance (up to $15,000) for basic home and vehicle modifications for permanent Ontario residents with a substantial impairment expected to last one year or more
Brain Injury Services -- life skills, communication, community integration, emotional and behavioural support, vocational support, recreation
Conductive Education -- for people with neurological motor disorders; physical rehabilitation and education to train the brain and the body
DesignAbility, 1-800-263-3463, ext 7211
Post-Polio Canada, 1-800-480-5903, marchofdimes.ca/en-ca/programs/postpolio -- in-person and virtual support services, resources and information for polio survivors
After Stroke, afterstroke.marchofdimes.ca -- person-to-person support, educational opportunities and community-based programs designed to provide connection to other people, hope and life after stroke
Integrated Employment Services at this location, see other listing
Outreach and senior services are also available at this location
Business and training services for other non-profit agencies
Community-based rehabilitation and advocacy; affordable supportive housing for people with physical disabilities
March of Dimes Canada's Supportive Housing Programs: provides scheduled and unscheduled service to people with disabilities in their own apartments:
- non-medical assistance provided for activities of daily living in the home, such as dressing, bathing, eating, and helping with range of motion
- also assists individuals requiring more complex supports that may include g-tube feeding, tracheotomy supports as well as other activities of daily living.
Assistive Devices Program, 1-866-765-7237 -- financial assistance for adults to purchase or repair devices that increase their mobility and functional independence; may also assist with information or resources to assist in locating additional funding sources
Pop Can Tabs Collection Program -- proceeds support Assistive Devices Program
Home and Vehicle Modification Program, 1-877-369-4867 or 1-877-369-HVMP -- financial assistance (up to $15,000) for basic home and vehicle modifications for permanent Ontario residents with a substantial impairment expected to last one year or more
Brain Injury Services -- life skills, communication, community integration, emotional and behavioural support, vocational support, recreation
Conductive Education -- for people with neurological motor disorders; physical rehabilitation and education to train the brain and the body
DesignAbility, 1-800-263-3463, ext 7211
- volunteers work with persons with mobility challenges to craft creative, custom-built solutions to overcome barriers to work, play, personal hygiene and other daily activities
- no charge, except for building materials
Post-Polio Canada, 1-800-480-5903, marchofdimes.ca/en-ca/programs/postpolio -- in-person and virtual support services, resources and information for polio survivors
After Stroke, afterstroke.marchofdimes.ca -- person-to-person support, educational opportunities and community-based programs designed to provide connection to other people, hope and life after stroke
Integrated Employment Services at this location, see other listing
Outreach and senior services are also available at this location
Business and training services for other non-profit agencies
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Housing department
Programs include:
Programs include:
- Housing Loan Program - assists Six Nations members in obtaining housing loans for new or renovation/repair construction purposes
- Approved Lender Loan (Bank) Program - provides Six Nations members with the option of obtaining for an on reserve home from a financial institution
- Accessibility Program - provides loans for seniors and/or physically disabled Six Nations members
- Residential Rehabilitation Assistance Program (RRAP) - federally-funded program that addresses mandatory repairs for structurally damaged homes and for health and safety reasons
- Housing Inspections - inspections for new house construction, repairs, additions or to inspect prior to purchase
- Rental Properties - 1 to 3 bedroom units for rent
- Commercial Properties - a portfolio of commercial buildings developed to provide suitable infrastructure for Council projects, community services, and private enterprise
- Sanitation Incentive Program - assists Six Nations members in obtaining safe and environmentally friendly septic systems, cisterns and wells
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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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Provides financial assistance to Six Nations band members
Additional programs:
- financial assistance is made up of two parts - basic needs and shelter
Additional programs:
- 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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Ontario Works, Queensway Office
1-888-465-4478 Ontario Works Application Centre: 416-338-8888
Office: 416-392-6550
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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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