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                                    | Program: | Ontario Works | 
                                
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                                    | Toll-Free: | 1-888-999-1142 | 
                            
                            
	
                                
                                    | TTY: | 1-800-387-5559 | 
                            
                            
                            
                            
                            
	
                                
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                                                | 438 University Ave, 7th Fl Toronto, ON
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                                    | Intersection: | University Ave and Dundas St W | 
                                
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                                    | Location: | Toronto (Old Toronto) | 
                                
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                                    | Accessibility: |   Wheelchair Accessible
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                                    | Hours: | Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm | 
                                
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                                    | Executives: | Michael Parsa - Minister of Children, Community and Social Services MinisterMCCSS@ontario.ca
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                                    | Service Description: | Provides income assistance for food, shelter and other basic needs to eligible individuals and families in need * some health benefits are available * offers an employment program to support people in preparing for, finding and maintaining employment * emergency assistance available to people who are in a crisis or in an emergency situation (e.g. people who have lost their homes, are leaving an abusive relationship, or, are worried about their safety) 
 
 To find the Ontario Works office using an address or postal code: Office Locator
 
 
 
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                                    | Fees: | None | 
                                
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                                    | Eligibility / Target Population: | Age 16 years of age or olderOntario Residentcontains assets less the maximum allowed for this program * see the websitebe willing to participate in employment activities if eligible
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                                    | Languages: | English ; French | 
                                
		
                                
                                    | Language Notes: | French reception, programs, publications, and website | 
                                
	
                                
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                                    | Area Served: | Ontario | 
                                
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                                    | Last Updated: | 11/21/2024 | 
                                
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                                    | Service Profile Web Address: | eng/displayService.aspx?id=220641 | 
                                
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