Halton. Social and Community Services
Site: Burlington - Elizabeth St - Employment and Social Services Division
Service: Ontario Works
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PDF (New Window)| Record #: OAK0258 | Last Full Update: 04 Oct 2021 |
| Contact Information | |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Social Media |  Facebook: www.facebook.com/RegionofHalton Instagram: www.instagram.com/RegionofHalton LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/halton-region Twitter: twitter.com/RegionofHalton YouTube: www.youtube.com/RegionOfHalton |
| 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 |