District of Sault Ste Marie Social Services Administration Board - Ontario Works - Anishinabek Education System Wellness Portal

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Ontario Works

540 Albert St E
Sault Ste Marie, ON
P6A 7A7

705-759-2130

Toll-Free: 1-866-363-6007

Fax: 705-759-1796

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

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Call * no referral required

Adults and youth 16 years and older in financial need who meet eligibility requirements

Free

Alison Kohler - Director, Income and Employment Supports
705-759-5453 * a.kohler@socialservices-ssmd.ca

English ; French

French reception, programs, publications, and website * French interpretation available upon request

Sault Ste Marie * Prince Township * Sault North Unorganized Townships

Wheelchair Accessible

Social assistance program that provides employment assistance and financial support for basic needs

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 individuals 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

Last updated: Jan 30, 2025: Suggest an edit