District of Sault Ste Marie Social Services Administration Board >

Ontario Works

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540 Albert St E
Sault Ste Marie, ON
P6A 7A7
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705-759-2130
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Toll-Free: 1-866-363-6007
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Fax: 705-759-1796
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www.socialservices-ssmd.ca
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Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm

Application

Call * no referral required

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

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

Fees

Free

Executives

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

Languages

English ; French

Language Note

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

Area(s) Served

Sault Ste Marie * Prince Township * Sault North Unorganized Townships

Accessibility

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Description of Services:

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
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