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Program:
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Ontario Works
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Phone Numbers:
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705-356-2263
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Toll-Free:
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1-800-461-7263
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Fax:
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705-843-0482
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Address:
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PO Box 1810
Blind River, ON
P0R 1B0
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Street
Address:
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15 Hanes St
Blind River
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Intersection:
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Hanes St and Colonizaion Rd
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm
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Service Description:
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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 clothingoffers limited Emergency Assistance and Discretionary Benefits
Employment Assistance
helps individuals become and stay employedprovides assistance with job search, basic education, employment placement, skills training, community participationassistance may be provided to clients to cover certain related expenses such as transportation, child care and clothing
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Fees:
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Free
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Application:
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Call * no referral required
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Adults and youth 16 years and older in financial need who meet eligibility requirements
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Languages:
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English ; French
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Language Notes:
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French reception, programs, publications, and website
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Area Served:
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Blind River
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Last Updated:
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6/5/2025
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=176936
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