Halton. Social and Community Services
Site: Burlington - Elizabeth St - Employment and Social Services Division
Service: Ontario Works
Record #: OAK0258 | Last Full Update: 04 Oct 2021 |
Contact Information | |
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Office Phone | Call to arrange an appointment 905-825-6000 |
Toll Free Phone | 1-866-442-5866 |
TTY Phone | 905-827-9833 |
Website | www.halton.ca/For-Residents/Employment-and-Financial-Assistance/Ontario-Works |
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Primary Contact | Christine Peto, Supervisor, Social Services, Halton Region; Phone: 905-825-6000 ext 4529; Fax: 905-634-6633; Email: christina.peto@halton.ca |
Agency Information | |
Legal Status | (20) Regional Government ; (30) Provincial Government |
Funding | Regional / Municipal ; Provincial |
Description and Service Details | |
Description (Service) | A program that provides temporary financial assistance to individuals returning to the workforce
If you qualify, Ontario Works Halton can also provide: Financial Assistance-- to help cover the cost of basic needs like food and housing * you may also be eligible to receive other benefits including: prescription drug and dental coverage * eye glasses * diabetic supplies * moving costs * employment-related costs * the amount received depends on family size, income, assets and housing costs Employment Assistance-- help to prepare for and find a job * education programs * literacy training * learning/earning/parenting (LEAP) * job specific skills training * employment placements * community placements Welfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980 -- to report allegations of fraudulent collection of Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Program assistance |
Hours | Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm |
Areas Served | Burlington |
Eligibility | To be eligible to receive help from Ontario Works you must * live in Ontario * be willing to take part in activities that will help you find a job * meet all other eligibility criteria |
Application | Call 905-825-6000 to arrange an appointment |
Languages | English ; Interpretive Services - Interpreters for other languages provided as required. |
Fees | None |
Site Information | |
Located In Community | Burlington |
Address & Map | |
Intersection | Elizabeth St and James St |
Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
Categories and Classification | |
HCSD Main Heading | Income Programs |
HCSD Sub Heading | Social Assistance |
Service Categories | Provincial/Territorial Social Assistance Programs Applications ; Welfare to Work Programs |