Cochrane District Services Board - Cochrane

See each division for specific applications

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

Free

Brian Marks - Chief Administrative Officer
Nancy Ferraro - Director of Ontario Works

English ; French

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

Cochrane and area

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 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