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Ontario Works

149 5th Ave
Cochrane, ON
P0L 1C0
Cochrane, ON
P0L 1C0

705-272-4214

Toll-Free: 1-888-626-1538

Fax: 705-272-2883

Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:15pm

Summer hours: Mon-Fri 8am-3:45pm (Jul-Aug)
Last updated: Jun 26, 2024: Suggest an edit
Application
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Eligibility - Population(s) Served
Adults and youth 16 years and older in financial need who meet eligibility requirements
Fees
Free
Executives
Brian Marks - Chief Administrative Officer
Nancy Ferraro - Director of Ontario Works
Nancy Ferraro - Director of Ontario Works
Languages
English ; French
Language Note
French reception, programs, publications, and website * French interpretation available upon request
Area(s) Served
Cochrane and area
Accessibility

Description of Services:
Social assistance program that provides employment assistance and financial support for basic needs
Basic financial assistance (Ontario Works)
Employment assistance
Basic financial assistance (Ontario Works)
- short term income assistance for the cost of shelter and basic needs including food and clothing
- offers limited Emergency Assistance and Discretionary Benefits
Employment assistance
- helps people become and stay employed
- provides assistance with job search, basic education, employment placement, skills training, community participation
- assistance may be provided to clients to cover certain related expenses such as transportation, child care and clothing
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Last updated: Jun 26, 2024: Suggest an edit
