Social Assistance and Employment Opportunities
Niagara Kids Benefit
Supports children and youth in a sport, recreation or arts program of their choice
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Apply for Social Assistance / Ontario Works
Apply online to get financial help and employment assistance -
Emergency Assistance
Financial help in a crisis or emergency for those not receiving social assistance -
Ontario Works Information
Learn about benefits, your social assistance cheque and checking the status -
Discretionary benefits
Financial help for dental, health, housing, kids and funeral expenses -
Housing and Homelessness
Find local housing programs and services, including shelters and emergency food -
Education and Job Skills
Work with your casemanager to create a plan for education and job skills training -
Learning, Earning and Parenting Program
A program that helps young parents complete high school and develop parenting skills -
Family Support Program
Help with family-related issues, such as divorce, child custody and legal matters -
Addiction Services
Get addiction services support, including referral, assessment and treatment plan, if needed -
Community Services Offices
Visit your local office for social assistance and employment opportunities
Contact
For information on social assistance and employment opportunities, call 905-984-6900.
Social services and programs
Visit 211 Ontario to find social services, programs and community supports in your area.
Report social assistance fraud
- Welfare Fraud Hotline
- Call 1-800-394-7867
- Community Services office
The Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services takes each report seriously and will investigate each case.
© Niagara Region - 1815 Sir Isaac Brock Way, Thorold, ON, L2V 4T7 - Phone: 905-980-6000, Toll-free: 1-800-263-7215
