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Long Lake 58 First Nation - Social Services Office - Ontario Works

Ontario Works

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225 Otter Rd
Long Lake 58 First Nation
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807-876-2292
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Fax: 807-876-2757
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Mon-Fri 9 am-12 noon, 1 pm-4:30 pm
Last updated: Apr 3, 2025: Suggest an edit

Application

Requires booked appointment with Long Lake 58 Social Services Office


The following documentation is required to complete application:

  • Proof of income for the applicant, common-law partner and children over age of 18 years of age

  • Recent income tax return or notice of assessment

  • Copy of all household expenses such as home rental lease, heat and hydro bills etc

  • Health card

  • Proof of school attendance

  • Proof of assets, such as financial institutions, banks, credit unions (ie Caisse Populaire), vehicle ownership, life insurance

  • Information about other income and money, such as a pension

  • Proof of identity, such as birth certificate for all family members

  • Proof of Social Insurance Number

  • Record of Employment and/or most recent pay stubs


Long Lake 58 Social Services will notify applicant of decision for eligibility in writing; if applicant disagrees with decision, a written request to have the decision reviewed must be received within thirty days and an Internal Review will be conducted within ten business days, after which time the applicant may appeal to the Social Benefits Tribunal

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Residents of Long Lake 58 First Nation 18-65 years of age




Individuals must:

  • be a resident of Ontario

  • be in immediate financial need to help pay for food, clothing and other personal items and housing costs associated with rent, repairs and heat arrears

  • be willing to take part in activities that will help find employment and help with the well being of self and family

  • sign a Participation Agreement


Amount of financial assistance provided is determined by various factors including:

  • Assets

  • Family size

  • Housing costs

  • Income


Please Note: If the applicant has a common-law partner and/or children 18 years of age and older living with him/her, they must be present for completion of the application

Fees

None

Contacts

Marcy Desmoulin - Interim Ontario Works Manager
807-876-9645 Ext 1 * marcy.desmoulin@longlake58fn.ca

Languages

English

Language Note

Ojibway, available upon request

Accessibility

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Description of Services:

  • 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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    Last updated: Apr 3, 2025: Suggest an edit
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