Income Support - Social Assistance

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Greater Sudbury (City of)
Ontario Works

Greater Sudbury

Office: 705-675-2411City Services: 3-1-1

199 Larch St, 9th Fl
Greater Sudbury, ON, P3E 5P9

www.greatersudbury.ca/cms/index.cfm?app=dept_cd&lang=en&currid=3027

Short Description

Provides short term financial assistance to individuals and families in need
Provides support and assistance to program participants in meeting their participation responsibilities
Provides information to recipients about participation requirements including seeking employment, basic education, volunteer work, or self employment
Offers Extended Health Benefits to qualifying individuals

Participants can access a variety of programs and support services including but not limited to:

Addiction Treatment Services
Child Care
Clothing Needs
Community Placement Program
Discretionary Benefits
Drug Benefits
Employment Resource Centre
Employment Start-up Costs
Enhanced Employment Placement Program
Funeral and burial expenses
Learning, Earning and Parenting
Pay-Direct to Landlord
Special Diets Allowance
Transportation

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Atikameksheng Anishnawbek First Nation
Niigaaniin Social Services

Greater Sudbury (18km)

705-692-3651

25 Reserve Rd
Greater Sudbury, ON, P0M 2M0

www.atikamekshenganishnawbek.ca

Short Description

Operates as the implementation of the Ontario Works (OW) legislation with culturally appropriate provisions for rates, eligibility and program parameters established by the OW program
Employment Assistance

Helps individuals to obtain employment and financial independence
Provides job readiness workshops, referrals to job counselling and training programs, access to education programs and use of office equipment such as telephone, fax machine and computer

Financial Support

Basic Needs, such as food and clothing for individuals and their families
Shelter costs, based on the size of the family including rent, heat, hydro, gas, water, sewage, and house insurance

Mino-Bimaadizidaa

Provides life skills, cultural awareness and alternative ways to live a healthy lifestyle as well as to cope and adapt with life stressors
Consists of four cycles of personal development steps culminating in either treatment programs, education upgrading, and job skills training or employment

Shpiming Nikeyaa Zhaawag (SNZ)

Provides financial assistance, active measures and addiction services to Niigaaniin clients whose employment potential may be obstructed by substance abuse problems
Offers case management and support services on an individual basis

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Wahnapitae First Nation
Niigaaniin Social Services

Greater Sudbury (34km)

705-858-7700

Centre of Excellence; 259 Taighwenini Trail Rd
Greater Sudbury, ON, P0M 1H0

Short Description

Helps individuals to obtain employment and financial independence
Provides job readiness workshops, referrals to job counselling and training programs, access to education programs and use of office equipment such as telephone, fax machine and computer

Financial Support

Basic Needs, such as food and clothing for individuals and their families
Shelter costs, based on the size of the family including rent, heat, hydro, gas, water, sewage, and house insurance

Mino-Bimaadizidaa

Provides life skills, cultural awareness and alternative ways to live a healthy lifestyle as well as to cope and adapt with life stressors
Consists of four cycles of personal development steps culminating in either treatment programs, education upgrading, and job skills training or employment

Shpiming Nikeyaa Zhaawag (SNZ)

Provides financial assistance, active measures and addiction services to Niigaaniin clients whose employment potential may be obstructed by substance abuse problems
Offers case management and support services on an individual basis

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Manitoulin Sudbury District Services Board
Ontario Works, Warren Office

Markstay-Warren (53km)

705-967-0639Application: 705-862-7850

39 Lafontaine St
Markstay-Warren, ON, P0H 2N0

www.msdsb.net

Short Description

Provides short term financial assistance to individuals and families in need
Offers Extended Health Benefits to qualifying individuals
Provides support and assistance to program participants in meeting their participation responsibilities
Provides information to recipients about participation requirements including seeking employment, basic education, volunteer work, or self employment

Participants can access a variety of programs and support services including but not limited to:

Addiction Treatment Services
Child Care
Clothing Needs
Community Placement Program
Discretionary Benefits
Drug Benefits
Employment Resource Centre
Employment Start-up Costs
Enhanced Employment Placement Program
Funeral and burial expenses
Learning, Earning and Parenting
Pay-Direct to Landlord
Special Diets Allowance
Transportation

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Manitoulin Sudbury District Services Board
Ontario Works, Noëlville Office

French River (59km)

705-967-0639

8 David St
French River, ON, P0M 2N0

www.msdsb.net

Short Description

Provides short term financial assistance to individuals and families in need
Offers Extended Health Benefits to qualifying individuals
Provides support and assistance to program participants in meeting their participation responsibilities
Provides information to recipients about participation requirements including seeking employment, basic education, volunteer work, or self employment

Participants can access a variety of programs and support services including but not limited to:

Addiction Treatment Services
Child Care
Clothing Needs
Community Placement Program
Discretionary Benefits
Drug Benefits
Employment Resource Centre
Employment Start-up Costs
Enhanced Employment Placement Program
Funeral and burial expenses
Learning, Earning and Parenting
Pay-Direct to Landlord
Special Diets Allowance
Transportation

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Manitoulin Sudbury District Services Board
Ontario Works, Espanola Office

Espanola (65km)

705-862-7850

210 Mead Blvd
Espanola, ON, P5E 1R9

www.msdsb.net

Short Description

Provides short term financial assistance to individuals and families in need
Offers Extended Health Benefits to qualifying individuals
Provides support and assistance to program participants in meeting their participation responsibilities
Provides information to recipients about participation requirements including seeking employment, basic education, volunteer work, or self employment

Participants can access a variety of programs and support services including but not limited to:

Addiction Treatment Services
Child Care
Clothing Needs
Community Placement Program
Discretionary Benefits
Drug Benefits
Employment Resource Centre
Employment Start-up Costs
Enhanced Employment Placement Program
Funeral and burial expenses
Learning, Earning and Parenting
Pay-Direct to Landlord
Special Diets Allowance
Transportation

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Henvey Inlet First Nation
Ontario Works

Pickerel (66km)

705-857-2331

Band Office; 295 Pickerel River Rd
Pickerel, ON, P0G 1J0

www.hifn.ca

Short Description

Provides short term financial assistance to individuals and families in need
Offers Extended Health Benefits to qualifying individuals
Provides information to recipients about participation requirements including seeking employment, basic education, volunteer work, or self employment

Participants can access a variety of programs and support services including but not limited to:

Child Care
Clothing Needs
Community Placement Program
Discretionary Benefits
Drug Benefits
Employment Resource Centre
Employment Start-up Costs
Enhanced Employment Placement Program
Funeral and burial expenses
Learning, Earning and Parenting
Pay-Direct to Landlord
Special Diets Allowance
Transportation

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Whitefish River First Nation
Ontario Works

Manitoulin (76km)

Main: 705-285-4335705-285-4334

17A Rainbow Ridge Rd
Manitoulin, ON, P0P 1A0

www.whitefishriver.ca

Short Description

Provides short term financial assistance to individuals and families in need
Offers Extended Health Benefits to qualifying individuals
Provides information to recipients about participation requirements including seeking employment, basic education, volunteer work, or self employment

Participants can access a variety of programs and support services including but not limited to:

Child Care
Clothing Needs
Community Placement Program
Discretionary Benefits
Drug Benefits
Employment Resource Centre
Employment Start-up Costs
Enhanced Employment Placement Program
Funeral and burial expenses
Learning, Earning and Parenting
Pay-Direct to Landlord
Special Diets Allowance
Transportation

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District of Nipissing Social Services Administration Board
Ontario Works

West Nipissing (83km)

94 King St, Unit 15
West Nipissing, ON, P2B 2Z5

https://dnssab.ca

Short Description

Provides short term financial assistance to individuals and families in need
Offers Extended Health Benefits to qualifying individuals
Provides support and assistance to program participants in meeting their participation responsibilities
Provides information to recipients about participation requirements including seeking employment, basic education, volunteer work, or self employment

Participants can access a variety of programs and support services including but not limited to:

Assistance to Young Parents
Computer and internet access
Community Placement Program
Employment counselling in various areas, including job searching and researching job opportunities
Employment Resource Centre
Employment related costs
Employment Placement Program
Funeral and burial expenses
Service Canada job bank website
Transportation costs
Workshops to assist with Job Readiness, such as interview skills, resume writing, and cover letter writing

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Dokis First Nation
Ontario Works

Dokis First Nation (84km)

705-763-2575

948 Main St
Dokis First Nation, ON, P0M 2N1

www.dokis.ca

Short Description

Provides short term financial assistance to individuals and families in need
Offers Extended Health Benefits to qualifying individuals
Provides information to recipients about participation requirements including seeking employment, basic education, volunteer work, or self employment

Participants can access a variety of programs and support services including but not limited to:

Child Care
Clothing Needs
Community Placement Program
Discretionary Benefits
Drug Benefits
Employment Resource Centre
Employment Start-up Costs
Enhanced Employment Placement Program
Funeral and burial expenses
Learning, Earning and Parenting
Pay-Direct to Landlord
Special Diets Allowance
Transportation

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Nipissing First Nation
Ontario Works

Nipissing First Nation (88km)

705-753-2058

Administrative Office; 36 Semo Rd
Nipissing First Nation, ON, P2B 3K2

www.nfn.ca

Short Description

Provides short term financial assistance to individuals and families in need
Offers Extended Health Benefits to qualifying individuals
Provides information to recipients about participation requirements including seeking employment, basic education, volunteer work, or self employment

Participants can access a variety of programs and support services including but not limited to:

Child Care
Clothing Needs
Community Placement Program
Discretionary Benefits
Drug Benefits
Employment Resource Centre
Employment Start-up Costs
Enhanced Employment Placement Program
Funeral and burial expenses
Learning, Earning and Parenting
Pay-Direct to Landlord
Special Diets Allowance
Transportation

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Magnetawan First Nation
Ontario Works

Parry Sound, Unorganized, Centre Part (89km)

705-383-2477

Administration Building; 10 Hwy 529
Parry Sound, Unorganized, Centre Part, ON, P0G 1A0

www.magnetawanfirstnation.com

Short Description

Provides short term financial assistance to individuals and families in need
Offers Extended Health Benefits to qualifying individuals
Provides information to recipients about participation requirements including seeking employment, basic education, volunteer work, or self employment

Participants can access a variety of programs and support services including but not limited to:

Child Care
Clothing Needs
Community Placement Program
Discretionary Benefits
Drug Benefits
Employment Resource Centre
Employment Start-up Costs
Enhanced Employment Placement Program
Learning, Earning and Parenting
Pay-Direct to Landlord
Special Diets Allowance
Transportation

Service Details

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Temagami First Nation
Ontario Works

Temagami First Nation

705-237-8943

www.temagamifirstnation.ca

Short Description

Provides short term financial assistance to individuals and families in need
Offers Extended Health Benefits to qualifying individuals
Provides information to recipients about participation requirements including seeking employment, basic education, volunteer work, or self employment

Participants can access a variety of programs and support services including but not limited to:

Child Care
Clothing Needs
Community Placement Program
Discretionary Benefits
Drug Benefits
Employment Resource Centre
Employment Start-up Costs
Enhanced Employment Placement Program
Funeral and burial expenses
Learning, Earning and Parenting
Pay-Direct to Landlord
Special Diets Allowance
Transportation

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Manitoulin Sudbury District Services Board
Ontario Works, Little Current Office

Northeastern Manitoulin And The Islands (92km)

705-368-0238Application 705-862-7850

9050 Hwy 6, Unit D
Northeastern Manitoulin And The Islands, ON, P0P 1K0

www.msdsb.net

Short Description

Provides short term financial assistance to individuals and families in need
Offers Extended Health Benefits to qualifying individuals
Provides support and assistance to program participants in meeting their participation responsibilities
Provides information to recipients about participation requirements including seeking employment, basic education, volunteer work, or self employment

Participants can access a variety of programs and support services including but not limited to:

Addiction Treatment Services
Child Care
Clothing Needs
Community Placement Program
Discretionary Benefits
Drug Benefits
Employment Resource Centre
Employment Start-up Costs
Enhanced Employment Placement Program
Funeral and burial expenses
Learning, Earning and Parenting
Pay-Direct to Landlord
Special Diets Allowance
Transportation

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Aundeck Omni Kaning First Nation
Ontario Works

Northeastern Manitoulin and The Islands (97km)

705-368-2228

13 Hill St
Northeastern Manitoulin and The Islands, ON, P0P 1K0

www.aundeckomnikaningfn.com

Short Description

Provides short term financial assistance to individuals and families in need
Offers Extended Health Benefits to qualifying individuals
Provides information to recipients about participation requirements including seeking employment, basic education, volunteer work, or self employment
Provides homemaker assistance to qualifying individuals

Participants can access a variety of programs and support services including but not limited to:

Child Care
Clothing Needs
Community Placement Program
Discretionary Benefits
Drug Benefits
Employment Resource Centre
Employment Start-up Costs
Enhanced Employment Placement Program
Funeral and burial expenses
Learning, Earning and Parenting
Pay-Direct to Landlord
Special Diets Allowance
Transportation

Service Details

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Sheguiandah First Nation
Ontario Works

Sheguiandah First Nation (98km)

705-368-2781

142 Ogemah Miikan
Sheguiandah First Nation, ON, P0P 1W0

Short Description

Provides short term financial assistance to individuals and families in need
Offers Extended Health Benefits to qualifying individuals
Provides information to recipients about participation requirements including seeking employment, basic education, volunteer work, or self employment

Participants can access a variety of programs and support services including but not limited to:

Child Care
Clothing Needs
Community Placement Program
Discretionary Benefits
Drug Benefits
Employment Resource Centre
Employment Start-up Costs
Enhanced Employment Placement Program
Funeral and burial expenses
Learning, Earning and Parenting
National Child Benefit Reinvestment Funding
Non-Sars Funeral Funding
Pay-Direct to Landlord
Special Diets Allowance
Transportation

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