Ontario Disability Support Program - Northern Ontario - Kenora - Ontario Disability Support Program

Application

Individuals must complete the Employment Supports Application Package
Individuals can apply online or by contacting the office

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Individuals between 16-65 years of age who must:

be a resident of Ontario
be able to work in Canada
have a disability that is expected to last a year or more, and
have a disability that makes it hard to find or keep a job

Individuals do not have to be receiving financial assistance from the Ontario Disability Support Program to be eligible for Employment Supports
Individuals who are not receiving financial assistance from the Ontario Disability Support Program with a taxable income over $51,000 need to contribute toward the cost of their supports

NOTE: If an applicant is in receipt of CPP - Disability, WSIB, EI, or any other disability insurance benefit, eligibility will need to be reviewed

Individuals cannot receive Employment Supports if they are:

eligible for or receiving disability or rehabilitation benefits from other public or private sources, or
receiving financial assistance from Ontario Works

Fees

None

Languages

English ; French

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Description of Services:

Provides various services and supports to help in securing and maintaining employment or starting a business

Works with the individual to determine required supports to gain or maintain employment which can include:

Assistance in finding and keeping a job
Computer training
Interpreter assistance
Preparing for the job
Software and mobility devices for job assistance
Tools, equipment and clothing for work
Training while on the job
Transportation assistance (financial)

Works with the individual to start up a business and can: