Learn about Ontario Works, which provides temporary financial assistance to people who are returning to the workforce.
The Ontario Works program (external link) provides temporary financial assistance, benefits and employment assistance to those in need.
You may be eligible for Ontario Works if you:
Your income, assets, living arrangements and family size are also used to determine your eligibility.
Your call may be transferred to staff at Halton Region if you are:
If you do not meet the above criteria and call Halton Region, you will be directed to the Social Assistance Contract Centre.
Staff from the Province of Ontario and Halton Region work together to process applications as quickly as possible.
Get information about the application process (external link)
An application can take 20 to 30 minutes to complete. To complete your application, you should:
Examples of identification and tax documents include:
(external link)
In addition to your monthly assistance, you may be eligible to receive other benefits (e.g., prescription drugs, dental, vision, medical treatments, supplies, equipment and related costs, and more). Visit the Province’s Social Assistance webpage (external link) for a summary of benefits.
You may also qualify for other benefits. Use the links below for more information and talk to your case manager to find out if you qualify.
Halton Region Housing Services supports low and moderate income households with housing and/or financial assistance. See what supports might be available to you.
Employment Halton may be able to support you with access and funds to navigate your job search. Supports could include:
A number of community resources are also available in Halton to support you and your family.
MyBenefits is a service that allows Ontario Works clients to get information about their case and report income or address changes online. To sign in or create an account, please visit the Ontario Government’s MyBenefits page (external link).