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Biinjitiwaabik Zaaging Anishinaabek - Band Office - Ontario Works

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501 Spirit Bay Rd Rocky Bay Reserve
Biinjitiwaabik Zaaging Anishinaabek First Nation, ON
P0T 2B0
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807-885-3401
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Fax: 807-885-1218
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Mon-Fri 9 am-12 noon, 1 pm-4:30 pm
Last updated: Aug 7, 2024: Suggest an edit

Application

The following documentation is required to complete application:

  • Copy of Canada Child Benefit statement (for children under 18 years of age)

  • Copy of mortgage or rental agreement

  • Health card

  • Information about assets owned, such as a Registered Retirement Savings Plan,

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

  • Proof of identity, such as birth certificate

  • Proof of Social Insurance Number

  • Recent bank statement for all bank accounts

  • Record of Employment and/or most recent pay stubs

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Members of Biinjitiwaabik Zaaging Anishinaabek (Rocky Bay First Nation)


Individuals must:

  • be in immediate financial need to help pay for food and housing costs

  • be willing to take part in activities that will help find employment

  • sign a Participation Agreement

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

    • Assets

    • Family size

    • Housing costs

    • Income

  • Fees

    None

    Contacts

    Roanna Martin - Social Services Administrator
    807-885-3401 Ext 224 * rmartin.ow@rockybayfn.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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