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\nInteractive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm -- automated information and payment details, payment history, file status * service not available to TTY users
\nCity Services Benefit Card -- payment method for Ontario Works clients who do not have bank accounts * customer care Mon-Sun 24 hours at 647-727-3019 or online at checkmycard.ca
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\nMonthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income * monthly drug benefit card * health benefits including medical supplies, sensory and mobility aids, medical transportation * discretionary benefits may include dentures, emergency dental services, eyeglasses, prosthetic devices, funerals and burials
\nHousing Stabilization Fund -- help with rent and energy arrears, rent deposit and essential furniture * Employment Start-Up Benefit -- covers costs related to starting a job or work placement * Families with Children -- newborn child allowance, child care start-up costs, basic dental care for children
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\nEmployment Assistance -- clients 18-65 years must participate in employment assistance activities unless they are living with a serious disability or illness, or caring for preschool children
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\nLearning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- helps young parents finish high school, improve parenting skills, locate and maintain employment
\nEmployer Hotline 416-397-JOBS (5627) -- for employers to post jobs
\nWelfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980 -- to report allegations of fraudulent collection of Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Program assistance","APPLICATION":"Call the Application line serving specific postal code -- see separate listings or online office locator * homeless people can go to any OW office or call the application centre at 416-392-5100 * toll free from pay phone 1-888-465-4478 * application also available online ","LANGUAGES":"English ; French ; Multilingual Lines -- Chinese 416-397-7383, Farsi 416-392-2987, French 416-392-2956, Russian 416-397-0123","ACCESSIBILITY":"Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms * braille and voice elevator, lowered buttons * entrance close to parking","HOURS":"Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm","LEGAL_STATUS":"(20) Regional Government","DATE_UPDATED":"2015-01-13T05:00:00","ADDRESS_POINT_ID":825934,"X":null,"Y":null,"LONGITUDE":null,"LATITUDE":null,"ADDRESS_FULL":"55 John St","MUNICIPALITY":"former Toronto","POSTAL_CODE":"M5V 3C6","geometry":"{\"type\": \"Point\", \"coordinates\": [-79.3889314920572, 43.6461537944525]}"},{"_id":2,"OBJECTID":594,"AGENCY_NAME":"Ontario. Ministry of Community and Social Services. Ontario Disability Support Program","ORGANIZATION_ADDRESS":"385 Yonge St, 3rd Fl, Toronto, ON M5B 1S1","NEIGHBOURHOOD":"Church-Yonge Corridor, 75","OFFICE_PHONE":"416-212-7411","EMAIL":null,"WEBSITE":"www.mcss.gov.on.ca/en/mcss/programs/social/odsp","ELIGIBILITY":"This office serves people in the following postal code areas: M4B, M4C, M4E, M4J, M4K, M4L","DESCRIPTION_SERVICE":"Income Supports:
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\nDisability-related benefits -- assistive devices including mobility devices, vision and hearing aids, prosthetics * batteries for mobility devices and hearing aids * guide dogs * Special Diet Allowance may be available
\nEmployment incentives and benefits -- Employment and Training Start-Up Benefit * child care costs * Work-related benefit * Transitional health benefit * Employment Transition Benefit
\nHousing-related supports -- Housing Stabilization Fund for rent and energy arrears, rent deposit and essential furniture\n
\nTransition Child Benefit for those not receiving the Ontario Child Benefit or the National Child Benefit Supplement
\nEmployment Supports -- job preparation, job search, starting a business
\nInteractive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm -- automated information and payment details, payment history, file status * service not available to TTY users
\nWelfare Fraud Hotline 1-800-394-7867 -- to report suspected cases of social assistance fraud","APPLICATION":"Call to arrange a meeting or apply online * those in need of immediate assistance should apply for Ontario Works -- see separate entry Toronto. Employment and Social Services","LANGUAGES":"English ; French","ACCESSIBILITY":"Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms","HOURS":"Mon-Fri 8:30 am-5 pm","LEGAL_STATUS":"(30) Provincial Government","DATE_UPDATED":"2015-08-07T04:00:00","ADDRESS_POINT_ID":7730096,"X":null,"Y":null,"LONGITUDE":null,"LATITUDE":null,"ADDRESS_FULL":"385 Yonge St","MUNICIPALITY":"former Toronto","POSTAL_CODE":"M5B 1S1","geometry":"{\"type\": \"Point\", \"coordinates\": [-79.3816096066759, 43.6589169862769]}"},{"_id":3,"OBJECTID":596,"AGENCY_NAME":"Toronto. Employment and Social Services","ORGANIZATION_ADDRESS":"100 Consilium Pl, 10th Fl, Toronto, ON M1H 3E3","NEIGHBOURHOOD":"Woburn, 137","OFFICE_PHONE":"Switchboard 416-397-1100 ; Application 416-397-1771 ; Employment Centre 416-397-4986","EMAIL":null,"WEBSITE":"www.toronto.ca/socialservices/index.htm","ELIGIBILITY":"Toronto residents 18 years and older in financial need, determined by a review of income, assets and living expenses * youth 16-17 years may be eligible * people not eligible for social assistance benefits may qualify for one-time help with medical costs * Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- parents 16-25 years * Employment Centre -- open to all Toronto residents
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\nInteractive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm -- automated information and payment details, payment history, file status * service not available to TTY users
\nCity Services Benefit Card -- payment method for Ontario Works clients who do not have bank accounts * customer care Mon-Sun 24 hours at 647-727-3019 or online at checkmycard.ca
\nFinancial Assistance
\nMonthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income * monthly drug benefit card * health benefits including medical supplies, sensory and mobility aids, medical transportation * discretionary benefits may include dentures, emergency dental services, eyeglasses, prosthetic devices, funerals and burials
\nHousing Stabilization Fund -- help with rent and energy arrears, rent deposit and essential furniture * Employment Start-Up Benefit -- covers costs related to starting a job or work placement * Families with Children -- newborn child allowance, child care start-up costs, basic dental care for children
\nSocial Supports
\nReferral to community and government services including child care, housing, addiction supports, health and mental health services, food banks, legal services, supports for youth, seniors and persons with disabilities * help in pursuing child or spousal support
\nEmployment Assistance -- clients 18-65 years must participate in employment assistance activities unless they are living with a serious disability or illness, or caring for preschool children
\nEmployment Centre -- walk-in job search centre * access to computers, Internet, fax, telephone * career planning * skills training * workshops * referrals for education and upgrading, work and volunteer placements, self-employment and entrepreneurship
\nLearning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- helps young parents finish high school, improve parenting skills, locate and maintain employment
\nEmployer Hotline 416-397-JOBS (5627) -- for employers to post jobs
\nWelfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980 -- to report allegations of fraudulent collection of Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Program assistance","APPLICATION":"Call the Application line","LANGUAGES":"English ; French","ACCESSIBILITY":"Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms","HOURS":"Mon-Tue, Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm; Wed-Thu 8:30 am-6 pm","LEGAL_STATUS":"(20) Regional Government","DATE_UPDATED":"2015-01-13T05:00:00","ADDRESS_POINT_ID":322414,"X":null,"Y":null,"LONGITUDE":null,"LATITUDE":null,"ADDRESS_FULL":"100 Consilium Pl","MUNICIPALITY":"Scarborough","POSTAL_CODE":"M1H 3E3","geometry":"{\"type\": \"Point\", \"coordinates\": [-79.2523068017907, 43.7770369284693]}"},{"_id":4,"OBJECTID":597,"AGENCY_NAME":"Toronto. Employment and Social Services","ORGANIZATION_ADDRESS":"1900 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M6R 3B6","NEIGHBOURHOOD":"Dufferin Grove, 83","OFFICE_PHONE":"Switchboard 416-397-7800 ; Application 416-397-7900 ; Employment Centre 416-397-7380","EMAIL":null,"WEBSITE":"www.toronto.ca/socialservices/index.htm","ELIGIBILITY":"Toronto residents 18 years and older in financial need, determined by a review of income, assets and living expenses * youth 16-17 years may be eligible * people not eligible for social assistance benefits may qualify for one-time help with medical costs * Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- parents 16-25 years * Employment Centre -- open to all Toronto residents
\nServes those living in postal code areas: M6H, M6K, M6R","DESCRIPTION_SERVICE":"Client Services and Information Unit 416-392-2956 -- information on Ontario Works, including legislation and procedures * assistance with resolution of issues between OW clients and staff
\nInteractive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm -- automated information and payment details, payment history, file status * service not available to TTY users
\nCity Services Benefit Card -- payment method for Ontario Works clients who do not have bank accounts * customer care Mon-Sun 24 hours at 647-727-3019 or online at checkmycard.ca
\nFinancial Assistance
\nMonthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income * monthly drug benefit card * health benefits including medical supplies, sensory and mobility aids, medical transportation * discretionary benefits may include dentures, emergency dental services, eyeglasses, prosthetic devices, funerals and burials
\nHousing Stabilization Fund -- help with rent and energy arrears, rent deposit and essential furniture * Employment Start-Up Benefit -- covers costs related to starting a job or work placement * Families with Children -- newborn child allowance, child care start-up costs, basic dental care for children
\nSocial Supports
\nReferral to community and government services including child care, housing, addiction supports, health and mental health services, food banks, legal services, supports for youth, seniors and persons with disabilities * help in pursuing child or spousal support
\nEmployment Assistance -- clients 18-65 years must participate in employment assistance activities unless they are living with a serious disability or illness, or caring for preschool children
\nEmployment Centre -- walk-in job search centre * access to computers, Internet, fax, telephone * career planning * skills training * workshops * referrals for education and upgrading, work and volunteer placements, self-employment and entrepreneurship
\nLearning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- helps young parents finish high school, improve parenting skills, locate and maintain employment
\nEmployer Hotline 416-397-JOBS (5627) -- for employers to post jobs
\nWelfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980 -- to report allegations of fraudulent collection of Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Program assistance","APPLICATION":"Call the Application line","LANGUAGES":"English ; French","ACCESSIBILITY":"Designated parking at entrance ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall","HOURS":"Mon, Wed, Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm; Tue, Thu 8:30 am-6 pm","LEGAL_STATUS":"(20) Regional Government","DATE_UPDATED":"2015-01-13T05:00:00","ADDRESS_POINT_ID":8066856,"X":null,"Y":null,"LONGITUDE":null,"LATITUDE":null,"ADDRESS_FULL":"1900 Dundas St W","MUNICIPALITY":"former Toronto","POSTAL_CODE":"M6R 3B6","geometry":"{\"type\": \"Point\", \"coordinates\": [-79.443590615795, 43.6512403399577]}"},{"_id":5,"OBJECTID":598,"AGENCY_NAME":"Ontario. Ministry of Community and Social Services. Ontario Disability Support Program","ORGANIZATION_ADDRESS":"1870 Wilson Ave, Toronto, ON M9M 1A5","NEIGHBOURHOOD":"Downsview-Roding-CFB, 26","OFFICE_PHONE":"416-325-5900","EMAIL":null,"WEBSITE":"www.mcss.gov.on.ca/en/mcss/programs/social/odsp","ELIGIBILITY":"This office serves people in the following postal code areas: M3L, M3M, M3N, M6L, M6M, M6N, M6P, M6S, M8V, M8W, M8X, M8Y, M8Z, M9A, M9B, M9C, M9L, M9M, M9N, M9P, M9R, M9V, M9W","DESCRIPTION_SERVICE":"Income Supports:
\nHealth benefits -- prescription drugs * dental care * vision care * medical supplies, including diabetic and surgical supplies * transportation to medical treatment if cost exceeds $15 per month * Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Nutritional Allowance * Extended Health Benefit may be available to clients who are no longer eligible for ODSP income support
\nDisability-related benefits -- assistive devices including mobility devices, vision and hearing aids, prosthetics * batteries for mobility devices and hearing aids * guide dogs * Special Diet Allowance may be available
\nEmployment incentives and benefits -- Employment and Training Start-Up Benefit * child care costs * Work-related benefit * Transitional health benefit * Employment Transition Benefit
\nHousing-related supports -- Housing Stabilization Fund for rent and energy arrears, rent deposit and essential furniture\n
\nTransition Child Benefit for those not receiving the Ontario Child Benefit or the National Child Benefit Supplement
\nEmployment Supports -- job preparation, job search, starting a business
\nInteractive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm -- automated information and payment details, payment history, file status * service not available to TTY users
\nWelfare Fraud Hotline 1-800-394-7867 -- to report suspected cases of social assistance fraud","APPLICATION":"Call to arrange a meeting or apply online * those in need of immediate assistance should apply for Ontario Works -- see separate entry Toronto. Employment and Social Services","LANGUAGES":"English ; French","ACCESSIBILITY":"Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms * designated parking","HOURS":"Mon-Fri 8:30 am-5 pm","LEGAL_STATUS":"(30) Provincial Government","DATE_UPDATED":"2014-04-08T04:00:00","ADDRESS_POINT_ID":13969214,"X":null,"Y":null,"LONGITUDE":null,"LATITUDE":null,"ADDRESS_FULL":"1870 Wilson Ave","MUNICIPALITY":"North York","POSTAL_CODE":"M9M 1A5","geometry":"{\"type\": \"Point\", \"coordinates\": [-79.5246917421648, 43.7175670856164]}"},{"_id":6,"OBJECTID":599,"AGENCY_NAME":"Ontario. Ministry of Community and Social Services. Ontario Disability Support Program","ORGANIZATION_ADDRESS":"770 Birchmount Rd, Ste 30, Toronto, ON M1K 5H3","NEIGHBOURHOOD":"Clairlea-Birchmount, 120","OFFICE_PHONE":"416-325-0123","EMAIL":null,"WEBSITE":"www.mcss.gov.on.ca/en/mcss/programs/social/odsp","ELIGIBILITY":"This office serves people in the following postal code areas: M1B, M1C, M1E, M1G, M1H, M1J, M1K, M1L, M1M, M1N, M1P, M1R, M1S, M1T, M1V, M1W, M1X, M3A, M3C, M4A","DESCRIPTION_SERVICE":"Income Supports:
\nHealth benefits -- prescription drugs * dental care * vision care * medical supplies, including diabetic and surgical supplies * transportation to medical treatment if cost exceeds $15 per month * Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Nutritional Allowance * Extended Health Benefit may be available to clients who are no longer eligible for ODSP income support
\nDisability-related benefits -- assistive devices including mobility devices, vision and hearing aids, prosthetics * batteries for mobility devices and hearing aids * guide dogs * Special Diet Allowance may be available
\nEmployment incentives and benefits -- Employment and Training Start-Up Benefit * child care costs * Work-related benefit * Transitional health benefit * Employment Transition Benefit
\nHousing-related supports -- Housing Stabilization Fund for rent and energy arrears, rent deposit and essential furniture\n
\nTransition Child Benefit for those not receiving the Ontario Child Benefit or the National Child Benefit Supplement
\nEmployment Supports -- job preparation, job search, starting a business
\nInteractive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm -- automated information and payment details, payment history, file status * service not available to TTY users
\nWelfare Fraud Hotline 1-800-394-7867 -- to report suspected cases of social assistance fraud","APPLICATION":"Call to arrange a meeting or apply online * those in need of immediate assistance should apply for Ontario Works -- see separate entry Toronto. Employment and Social Services","LANGUAGES":"English","ACCESSIBILITY":"Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms * designated parking","HOURS":"Mon-Fri 8:30 am-5 pm","LEGAL_STATUS":"(30) Provincial Government","DATE_UPDATED":"2015-06-26T04:00:00","ADDRESS_POINT_ID":5353542,"X":null,"Y":null,"LONGITUDE":null,"LATITUDE":null,"ADDRESS_FULL":"770 Birchmount Rd","MUNICIPALITY":"Scarborough","POSTAL_CODE":"M1K 5H3","geometry":"{\"type\": \"Point\", \"coordinates\": [-79.2767058817555, 43.7262299726231]}"},{"_id":7,"OBJECTID":600,"AGENCY_NAME":"Toronto. Employment and Social Services","ORGANIZATION_ADDRESS":"1880 Eglinton Ave E, Unit 139, Toronto, ON M1L 2L1","NEIGHBOURHOOD":"Victoria Village, 43","OFFICE_PHONE":"Switchboard 416-392-3400 ; Application 416-392-3421 ; Employment Centre 416-397-5060","EMAIL":null,"WEBSITE":"www.toronto.ca/socialservices/index.htm","ELIGIBILITY":"Toronto residents 18 years and older in financial need, determined by a review of income, assets and living expenses * youth 16-17 years may be eligible * people not eligible for social assistance benefits may qualify for one-time help with medical costs * Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- parents 16-25 years * Employment Centre -- open to all Toronto residents
\n\nServes those living in postal code areas: M3A, M3C, M4A, M4B, M4C, M4J, M4K","DESCRIPTION_SERVICE":"Client Services and Information Unit 416-392-2956 -- information on Ontario Works, including legislation and procedures * assistance with resolution of issues between OW clients and staff
\nInteractive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm -- automated information and payment details, payment history, file status * service not available to TTY users
\nCity Services Benefit Card -- payment method for Ontario Works clients who do not have bank accounts * customer care Mon-Sun 24 hours at 647-727-3019 or online at checkmycard.ca
\nFinancial Assistance
\nMonthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income * monthly drug benefit card * health benefits including medical supplies, sensory and mobility aids, medical transportation * discretionary benefits may include dentures, emergency dental services, eyeglasses, prosthetic devices, funerals and burials
\nHousing Stabilization Fund -- help with rent and energy arrears, rent deposit and essential furniture * Employment Start-Up Benefit -- covers costs related to starting a job or work placement * Families with Children -- newborn child allowance, child care start-up costs, basic dental care for children
\nSocial Supports
\nReferral to community and government services including child care, housing, addiction supports, health and mental health services, food banks, legal services, supports for youth, seniors and persons with disabilities * help in pursuing child or spousal support
\nEmployment Assistance -- clients 18-65 years must participate in employment assistance activities unless they are living with a serious disability or illness, or caring for preschool children
\nEmployment Centre -- walk-in job search centre * access to computers, Internet, fax, telephone * career planning * skills training * workshops * referrals for education and upgrading, work and volunteer placements, self-employment and entrepreneurship
\nLearning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- helps young parents finish high school, improve parenting skills, locate and maintain employment
\nEmployer Hotline 416-397-JOBS (5627) -- for employers to post jobs
\nWelfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980 -- to report allegations of fraudulent collection of Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Program assistance","APPLICATION":"Call the Application line","LANGUAGES":"English ; French","ACCESSIBILITY":"Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms","HOURS":"Mon, Wed, Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm; Tue, Thu 8:30 am-6 pm","LEGAL_STATUS":"(20) Regional Government","DATE_UPDATED":"2015-01-13T05:00:00","ADDRESS_POINT_ID":6511791,"X":null,"Y":null,"LONGITUDE":null,"LATITUDE":null,"ADDRESS_FULL":"1880-1890 Eglinton Ave E","MUNICIPALITY":"Scarborough","POSTAL_CODE":"M1L 2L1","geometry":"{\"type\": \"Point\", \"coordinates\": [-79.2994831092959, 43.7255188857682]}"},{"_id":8,"OBJECTID":601,"AGENCY_NAME":"Toronto. Employment and Social Services","ORGANIZATION_ADDRESS":"220 Attwell Dr, Toronto, ON M9W 6T9","NEIGHBOURHOOD":"West Humber-Clairville, 1","OFFICE_PHONE":"Switchboard 416-392-6400 ; Application 416-392-6405 ; Employment Centre 416-392-6402","EMAIL":null,"WEBSITE":"www.toronto.ca/socialservices/index.htm","ELIGIBILITY":"Toronto residents 18 years and older in financial need, determined by a review of income, assets and living expenses * youth 16-17 years may be eligible * people not eligible for social assistance benefits may qualify for one-time help with medical costs * Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- parents 16-25 years * Employment Centre -- open to all Toronto residents
\n\nServes those living in postal code areas: M9R, M9V, M9W","DESCRIPTION_SERVICE":"Client Services and Information Unit 416-392-2956 -- information on Ontario Works, including legislation and procedures * assistance with resolution of issues between OW clients and staff
\nInteractive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm -- automated information and payment details, payment history, file status * service not available to TTY users
\nCity Services Benefit Card -- payment method for Ontario Works clients who do not have bank accounts * customer care Mon-Sun 24 hours at 647-727-3019 or online at checkmycard.ca
\nFinancial Assistance
\nMonthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income * monthly drug benefit card * health benefits including medical supplies, sensory and mobility aids, medical transportation * discretionary benefits may include dentures, emergency dental services, eyeglasses, prosthetic devices, funerals and burials
\nHousing Stabilization Fund -- help with rent and energy arrears, rent deposit and essential furniture * Employment Start-Up Benefit -- covers costs related to starting a job or work placement * Families with Children -- newborn child allowance, child care start-up costs, basic dental care for children
\nSocial Supports
\nReferral to community and government services including child care, housing, addiction supports, health and mental health services, food banks, legal services, supports for youth, seniors and persons with disabilities * help in pursuing child or spousal support
\nEmployment Assistance -- clients 18-65 years must participate in employment assistance activities unless they are living with a serious disability or illness, or caring for preschool children
\nEmployment Centre -- walk-in job search centre * access to computers, Internet, fax, telephone * career planning * skills training * workshops * referrals for education and upgrading, work and volunteer placements, self-employment and entrepreneurship
\nLearning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- helps young parents finish high school, improve parenting skills, locate and maintain employment
\nEmployer Hotline 416-397-JOBS (5627) -- for employers to post jobs
\nWelfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980 -- to report allegations of fraudulent collection of Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Program assistance","APPLICATION":"Call the Application line","LANGUAGES":"English ; French","ACCESSIBILITY":"Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms","HOURS":"Mon, Wed, Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm; Tue, Thu 8:30 am-6 pm","LEGAL_STATUS":"(20) Regional Government","DATE_UPDATED":"2015-01-05T05:00:00","ADDRESS_POINT_ID":984974,"X":null,"Y":null,"LONGITUDE":null,"LATITUDE":null,"ADDRESS_FULL":"220 Attwell Dr","MUNICIPALITY":"Etobicoke","POSTAL_CODE":"M9W 5B2","geometry":"{\"type\": \"Point\", \"coordinates\": [-79.5881936288396, 43.6910295914769]}"},{"_id":9,"OBJECTID":602,"AGENCY_NAME":"Toronto. Employment and Social Services","ORGANIZATION_ADDRESS":"20 Lesmill Rd, Toronto, ON M3B 2T5","NEIGHBOURHOOD":"St Andrew-Windfields, 40","OFFICE_PHONE":"Switchboard 416-392-2850 ; Application 416-392-2811 ; Employment Centre 416-392-4107","EMAIL":null,"WEBSITE":"www.toronto.ca/socialservices/index.htm","ELIGIBILITY":"Toronto residents 18 years and older in financial need, determined by a review of income, assets and living expenses * youth 16-17 years may be eligible * people not eligible for social assistance benefits may qualify for one-time help with medical costs * Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- parents 16-25 years * Employment Centre -- open to all Toronto residents
\n\nServes those living in postal code areas: M2H, M2J, M2K, M2L, M2M, M2N, M2P, M2R, M3B, M3H","DESCRIPTION_SERVICE":"Client Services and Information Unit 416-392-2956 -- information on Ontario Works, including legislation and procedures * assistance with resolution of issues between OW clients and staff
\nInteractive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm -- automated information and payment details, payment history, file status * service not available to TTY users
\nCity Services Benefit Card -- payment method for Ontario Works clients who do not have bank accounts * customer care Mon-Sun 24 hours at 647-727-3019 or online at checkmycard.ca
\nFinancial Assistance
\nMonthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income * monthly drug benefit card * health benefits including medical supplies, sensory and mobility aids, medical transportation * discretionary benefits may include dentures, emergency dental services, eyeglasses, prosthetic devices, funerals and burials
\nHousing Stabilization Fund -- help with rent and energy arrears, rent deposit and essential furniture * Employment Start-Up Benefit -- covers costs related to starting a job or work placement * Families with Children -- newborn child allowance, child care start-up costs, basic dental care for children
\nSocial Supports
\nReferral to community and government services including child care, housing, addiction supports, health and mental health services, food banks, legal services, supports for youth, seniors and persons with disabilities * help in pursuing child or spousal support
\nEmployment Assistance -- clients 18-65 years must participate in employment assistance activities unless they are living with a serious disability or illness, or caring for preschool children
\nEmployment Centre -- walk-in job search centre * access to computers, Internet, fax, telephone * career planning * skills training * workshops * referrals for education and upgrading, work and volunteer placements, self-employment and entrepreneurship
\nLearning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- helps young parents finish high school, improve parenting skills, locate and maintain employment
\nEmployer Hotline 416-397-JOBS (5627) -- for employers to post jobs
\nWelfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980 -- to report allegations of fraudulent collection of Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Program assistance","APPLICATION":"Call the Application line","LANGUAGES":"English ; French","ACCESSIBILITY":"Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms","HOURS":"Mon, Wed, Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm; Tue, Thu 8:30 am-6 pm","LEGAL_STATUS":"(20) Regional Government","DATE_UPDATED":"2015-01-13T05:00:00","ADDRESS_POINT_ID":14073811,"X":null,"Y":null,"LONGITUDE":null,"LATITUDE":null,"ADDRESS_FULL":"20 Lesmill Rd","MUNICIPALITY":"North York","POSTAL_CODE":"M3B 2T5","geometry":"{\"type\": \"Point\", \"coordinates\": [-79.3530951044166, 43.7565024752816]}"},{"_id":10,"OBJECTID":603,"AGENCY_NAME":"Toronto. Employment and Social Services","ORGANIZATION_ADDRESS":"1225 Kennedy Rd, Unit I, Toronto, ON M1P 2L4","NEIGHBOURHOOD":"Dorset Park, 126","OFFICE_PHONE":"Switchboard 416-392-2800 ; Application 416-392-2725 ; Employment Centre 416-392-2749","EMAIL":null,"WEBSITE":"www.toronto.ca/socialservices/index.htm","ELIGIBILITY":"Toronto residents 18 years and older in financial need, determined by a review of income, assets and living expenses * youth 16-17 years may be eligible * people not eligible for social assistance benefits may qualify for one-time help with medical costs * Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- parents 16-25 years * Employment Centre -- open to all Toronto residents
\nServes those living in postal code areas: M1K, M1L, M1M, M1P, M1R","DESCRIPTION_SERVICE":"Client Services and Information Unit 416-392-2956 -- information on Ontario Works, including legislation and procedures * assistance with resolution of issues between OW clients and staff
\nInteractive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm -- automated information and payment details, payment history, file status * service not available to TTY users
\nCity Services Benefit Card -- payment method for Ontario Works clients who do not have bank accounts * customer care Mon-Sun 24 hours at 647-727-3019 or online at checkmycard.ca
\nFinancial Assistance
\nMonthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income * monthly drug benefit card * health benefits including medical supplies, sensory and mobility aids, medical transportation * discretionary benefits may include dentures, emergency dental services, eyeglasses, prosthetic devices, funerals and burials
\nHousing Stabilization Fund -- help with rent and energy arrears, rent deposit and essential furniture * Employment Start-Up Benefit -- covers costs related to starting a job or work placement * Families with Children -- newborn child allowance, child care start-up costs, basic dental care for children
\nSocial Supports
\nReferral to community and government services including child care, housing, addiction supports, health and mental health services, food banks, legal services, supports for youth, seniors and persons with disabilities * help in pursuing child or spousal support
\nEmployment Assistance -- clients 18-65 years must participate in employment assistance activities unless they are living with a serious disability or illness, or caring for preschool children
\nEmployment Centre -- walk-in job search centre * access to computers, Internet, fax, telephone * career planning * skills training * workshops * referrals for education and upgrading, work and volunteer placements, self-employment and entrepreneurship
\nLearning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- helps young parents finish high school, improve parenting skills, locate and maintain employment
\nEmployer Hotline 416-397-JOBS (5627) -- for employers to post jobs
\nWelfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980 -- to report allegations of fraudulent collection of Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Program assistance","APPLICATION":"Call the Application line","LANGUAGES":"English ; French","ACCESSIBILITY":"Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms","HOURS":"Mon, Wed, Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm; Tue, Thu 8:30 am-6 pm","LEGAL_STATUS":"(20) Regional Government","DATE_UPDATED":"2015-01-13T05:00:00","ADDRESS_POINT_ID":3011682,"X":null,"Y":null,"LONGITUDE":null,"LATITUDE":null,"ADDRESS_FULL":"1225 Kennedy Rd","MUNICIPALITY":"Scarborough","POSTAL_CODE":"M1P 4Y1","geometry":"{\"type\": \"Point\", \"coordinates\": [-79.2757358416307, 43.7560691343529]}"},{"_id":11,"OBJECTID":604,"AGENCY_NAME":"Toronto. Employment and Social Services","ORGANIZATION_ADDRESS":"605 Rogers Rd, Unit C2, Toronto, ON M6M 1B9","NEIGHBOURHOOD":"Keelesdale-Eglinton West, 110","OFFICE_PHONE":"Switchboard 416-392-6200 ; Application 416-392-6242 ; Employment Centre 416-392-6195","EMAIL":null,"WEBSITE":"www.toronto.ca/socialservices/index.htm","ELIGIBILITY":"Toronto residents 18 years and older in financial need, determined by a review of income, assets and living expenses * youth 16-17 years may be eligible * people not eligible for social assistance benefits may qualify for one-time help with medical costs * Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- parents 16-25 years * Employment Centre -- open to all Toronto residents
\n\nServes those living in postal code areas: M6M, M6N, M9N, M9P","DESCRIPTION_SERVICE":"Client Services and Information Unit 416-392-2956 -- information on Ontario Works, including legislation and procedures * assistance with resolution of issues between OW clients and staff
\nInteractive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm -- automated information and payment details, payment history, file status * service not available to TTY users
\nCity Services Benefit Card -- payment method for Ontario Works clients who do not have bank accounts * customer care Mon-Sun 24 hours at 647-727-3019 or online at checkmycard.ca
\nFinancial Assistance
\nMonthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income * monthly drug benefit card * health benefits including medical supplies, sensory and mobility aids, medical transportation * discretionary benefits may include dentures, emergency dental services, eyeglasses, prosthetic devices, funerals and burials
\nHousing Stabilization Fund -- help with rent and energy arrears, rent deposit and essential furniture * Employment Start-Up Benefit -- covers costs related to starting a job or work placement * Families with Children -- newborn child allowance, child care start-up costs, basic dental care for children
\nSocial Supports
\nReferral to community and government services including child care, housing, addiction supports, health and mental health services, food banks, legal services, supports for youth, seniors and persons with disabilities * help in pursuing child or spousal support
\nEmployment Assistance -- clients 18-65 years must participate in employment assistance activities unless they are living with a serious disability or illness, or caring for preschool children
\nEmployment Centre -- walk-in job search centre * access to computers, Internet, fax, telephone * career planning * skills training * workshops * referrals for education and upgrading, work and volunteer placements, self-employment and entrepreneurship
\nLearning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- helps young parents finish high school, improve parenting skills, locate and maintain employment
\nEmployer Hotline 416-397-JOBS (5627) -- for employers to post jobs
\nWelfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980 -- to report allegations of fraudulent collection of Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Program assistance","APPLICATION":"Call the Application line","LANGUAGES":"English ; French","ACCESSIBILITY":"Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms","HOURS":"Mon, Wed, Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm; Tue, Thu 8:30 am-6 pm","LEGAL_STATUS":"(20) Regional Government","DATE_UPDATED":"2015-01-13T05:00:00","ADDRESS_POINT_ID":14311175,"X":null,"Y":null,"LONGITUDE":null,"LATITUDE":null,"ADDRESS_FULL":"605 Rogers Rd","MUNICIPALITY":"York","POSTAL_CODE":"M6M 1B9","geometry":"{\"type\": \"Point\", \"coordinates\": [-79.4745100808126, 43.6816102484098]}"},{"_id":12,"OBJECTID":611,"AGENCY_NAME":"Ontario. Ministry of Community and Social Services. Ontario Disability Support Program","ORGANIZATION_ADDRESS":"385 Yonge St, 2nd Fl, Toronto, ON M5B 1S1","NEIGHBOURHOOD":"Church-Yonge Corridor, 75","OFFICE_PHONE":"416-314-5700","EMAIL":null,"WEBSITE":"www.mcss.gov.on.ca/en/mcss/programs/social/odsp","ELIGIBILITY":"This office serves people in the following postal code areas: M4G, M4H, M4M, M4W, M4X, M4Y, M5A, M5B, M5C, M5E, M5G, M5H, M5J, M5K, M5L, M5T, M5V, M5W, M5X, M6J, M6K, M6R","DESCRIPTION_SERVICE":"Income Supports:
\nHealth benefits -- prescription drugs * dental care * vision care * medical supplies, including diabetic and surgical supplies * transportation to medical treatment if cost exceeds $15 per month * Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Nutritional Allowance * Extended Health Benefit may be available to clients who are no longer eligible for ODSP income support
\nDisability-related benefits -- assistive devices including mobility devices, vision and hearing aids, prosthetics * batteries for mobility devices and hearing aids * guide dogs * Special Diet Allowance may be available
\nEmployment incentives and benefits -- Employment and Training Start-Up Benefit * child care costs * Work-related benefit * Transitional health benefit * Employment Transition Benefit
\nHousing-related supports -- Housing Stabilization Fund for rent and energy arrears, rent deposit and essential furniture\n
\nTransition Child Benefit for those not receiving the Ontario Child Benefit or the National Child Benefit Supplement
\nEmployment Supports -- job preparation, job search, starting a business
\nInteractive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm -- automated information and payment details, payment history, file status * service not available to TTY users
\nWelfare Fraud Hotline 1-800-394-7867 -- to report suspected cases of social assistance fraud","APPLICATION":"Call to arrange a meeting or apply online * those in need of immediate assistance should apply for Ontario Works -- see separate entry Toronto. Employment and Social Services","LANGUAGES":"English ; French","ACCESSIBILITY":"Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms","HOURS":"Mon-Fri 8:30 am-5 pm","LEGAL_STATUS":"(30) Provincial Government","DATE_UPDATED":"2015-06-09T04:00:00","ADDRESS_POINT_ID":7730096,"X":null,"Y":null,"LONGITUDE":null,"LATITUDE":null,"ADDRESS_FULL":"385 Yonge St","MUNICIPALITY":"former Toronto","POSTAL_CODE":"M5B 1S1","geometry":"{\"type\": \"Point\", \"coordinates\": [-79.3816096066759, 43.6589169862769]}"},{"_id":13,"OBJECTID":605,"AGENCY_NAME":"Toronto. Employment and Social Services","ORGANIZATION_ADDRESS":"1631 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4L 1G4","NEIGHBOURHOOD":"Greenwood-Coxwell, 65","OFFICE_PHONE":"Switchboard 416-392-3200 ; Application 416-392-3213 ; Employment Centre 416-397-5837","EMAIL":null,"WEBSITE":"www.toronto.ca/socialservices/index.htm","ELIGIBILITY":"Toronto residents 18 years and older in financial need, determined by a review of income, assets and living expenses * youth 16-17 years may be eligible * people not eligible for social assistance benefits may qualify for one-time help with medical costs * Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- parents 16-25 years * Employment Centre -- open to all Toronto residents
\nServes those living in postal code areas: M1N, M4E, M4L, M4M","DESCRIPTION_SERVICE":"Client Services and Information Unit 416-392-2956 -- information on Ontario Works, including legislation and procedures * assistance with resolution of issues between OW clients and staff
\nInteractive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm -- automated information and payment details, payment history, file status * service not available to TTY users
\nCity Services Benefit Card -- payment method for Ontario Works clients who do not have bank accounts * customer care Mon-Sun 24 hours at 647-727-3019 or online at checkmycard.ca
\nFinancial Assistance
\nMonthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income * monthly drug benefit card * health benefits including medical supplies, sensory and mobility aids, medical transportation * discretionary benefits may include dentures, emergency dental services, eyeglasses, prosthetic devices, funerals and burials
\nHousing Stabilization Fund -- help with rent and energy arrears, rent deposit and essential furniture * Employment Start-Up Benefit -- covers costs related to starting a job or work placement * Families with Children -- newborn child allowance, child care start-up costs, basic dental care for children
\nSocial Supports
\nReferral to community and government services including child care, housing, addiction supports, health and mental health services, food banks, legal services, supports for youth, seniors and persons with disabilities * help in pursuing child or spousal support
\nEmployment Assistance -- clients 18-65 years must participate in employment assistance activities unless they are living with a serious disability or illness, or caring for preschool children
\nEmployment Centre -- walk-in job search centre * access to computers, Internet, fax, telephone * career planning * skills training * workshops * referrals for education and upgrading, work and volunteer placements, self-employment and entrepreneurship
\nLearning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- helps young parents finish high school, improve parenting skills, locate and maintain employment
\nEmployer Hotline 416-397-JOBS (5627) -- for employers to post jobs
\nWelfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980 -- to report allegations of fraudulent collection of Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Program assistance","APPLICATION":"Call the Application line","LANGUAGES":"English ; French","ACCESSIBILITY":"Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms","HOURS":"Mon, Wed, Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm; Tue, Thu 8:30 am-6 pm","LEGAL_STATUS":"(20) Regional Government","DATE_UPDATED":"2015-01-13T05:00:00","ADDRESS_POINT_ID":856013,"X":null,"Y":null,"LONGITUDE":null,"LATITUDE":null,"ADDRESS_FULL":"1631 Queen St E","MUNICIPALITY":"former Toronto","POSTAL_CODE":"M4L 1G4","geometry":"{\"type\": \"Point\", \"coordinates\": [-79.3155768721075, 43.6663007109771]}"},{"_id":14,"OBJECTID":606,"AGENCY_NAME":"Toronto. Employment and Social Services","ORGANIZATION_ADDRESS":"111 Wellesley St E, Toronto, ON M4Y 3A7","NEIGHBOURHOOD":"Church-Yonge Corridor, 75","OFFICE_PHONE":"Switchboard 416-392-5300 ; Application 416-392-5100 ; Employment Centre 416-392-3430","EMAIL":null,"WEBSITE":"www.toronto.ca/socialservices/index.htm","ELIGIBILITY":"Toronto residents 18 years and older in financial need, determined by a review of income, assets and living expenses * youth 16-17 years may be eligible * people not eligible for social assistance benefits may qualify for one-time help with medical costs * Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- parents 16-25 years * Employment Centre -- open to all Toronto residents
\n\nServes those living in postal code areas: M4X, M4Y, M5A, M5B, M5C, M5E, M5S","DESCRIPTION_SERVICE":"Client Services and Information Unit 416-392-2956 -- information on Ontario Works, including legislation and procedures * assistance with resolution of issues between OW clients and staff
\nInteractive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm -- automated information and payment details, payment history, file status * service not available to TTY users
\nCity Services Benefit Card -- payment method for Ontario Works clients who do not have bank accounts * customer care Mon-Sun 24 hours at 647-727-3019 or online at checkmycard.ca
\nFinancial Assistance
\nMonthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income * monthly drug benefit card * health benefits including medical supplies, sensory and mobility aids, medical transportation * discretionary benefits may include dentures, emergency dental services, eyeglasses, prosthetic devices, funerals and burials
\nHousing Stabilization Fund -- help with rent and energy arrears, rent deposit and essential furniture * Employment Start-Up Benefit -- covers costs related to starting a job or work placement * Families with Children -- newborn child allowance, child care start-up costs, basic dental care for children
\nSocial Supports
\nReferral to community and government services including child care, housing, addiction supports, health and mental health services, food banks, legal services, supports for youth, seniors and persons with disabilities * help in pursuing child or spousal support
\nEmployment Assistance -- clients 18-65 years must participate in employment assistance activities unless they are living with a serious disability or illness, or caring for preschool children
\nEmployment Centre -- walk-in job search centre * access to computers, Internet, fax, telephone * career planning * skills training * workshops * referrals for education and upgrading, work and volunteer placements, self-employment and entrepreneurship
\nLearning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- helps young parents finish high school, improve parenting skills, locate and maintain employment
\nEmployer Hotline 416-397-JOBS (5627) -- for employers to post jobs
\nWelfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980 -- to report allegations of fraudulent collection of Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Program assistance","APPLICATION":"Call the Application line","LANGUAGES":"English ; French","ACCESSIBILITY":"Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms","HOURS":"Mon-Tue, Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm; Wed-Thu 8:30 am-6 pm","LEGAL_STATUS":"(20) Regional Government","DATE_UPDATED":"2015-01-13T05:00:00","ADDRESS_POINT_ID":13967934,"X":null,"Y":null,"LONGITUDE":null,"LATITUDE":null,"ADDRESS_FULL":"111 Wellesley St E","MUNICIPALITY":"former Toronto","POSTAL_CODE":"M4Y 2Y2","geometry":"{\"type\": \"Point\", \"coordinates\": [-79.3784094056501, 43.6660559213565]}"},{"_id":15,"OBJECTID":607,"AGENCY_NAME":"Toronto. Employment and Social Services","ORGANIZATION_ADDRESS":"779 The Queensway, Toronto, ON M8Z 1N4","NEIGHBOURHOOD":"Stonegate-Queensway, 16","OFFICE_PHONE":"Switchboard 416-392-6550 ; Application 416-397-0330 ; Employment Centre 416-397-9539","EMAIL":null,"WEBSITE":"www.toronto.ca/socialservices/index.htm","ELIGIBILITY":"Toronto residents 18 years and older in financial need, determined by a review of income, assets and living expenses * youth 16-17 years may be eligible * people not eligible for social assistance benefits may qualify for one-time help with medical costs * Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- parents 16-25 years * Employment Centre -- open to all Toronto residents
\n\nServes those living in postal code areas: M6P, M6S, M8V, M8W, M8X, M8Y, M8Z, M9A, M9B, M9C","DESCRIPTION_SERVICE":"Client Services and Information Unit 416-392-2956 -- information on Ontario Works, including legislation and procedures * assistance with resolution of issues between OW clients and staff
\nInteractive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm -- automated information and payment details, payment history, file status * service not available to TTY users
\nCity Services Benefit Card -- payment method for Ontario Works clients who do not have bank accounts * customer care Mon-Sun 24 hours at 647-727-3019 or online at checkmycard.ca
\nFinancial Assistance
\nMonthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income * monthly drug benefit card * health benefits including medical supplies, sensory and mobility aids, medical transportation * discretionary benefits may include dentures, emergency dental services, eyeglasses, prosthetic devices, funerals and burials
\nHousing Stabilization Fund -- help with rent and energy arrears, rent deposit and essential furniture * Employment Start-Up Benefit -- covers costs related to starting a job or work placement * Families with Children -- newborn child allowance, child care start-up costs, basic dental care for children
\nSocial Supports
\nReferral to community and government services including child care, housing, addiction supports, health and mental health services, food banks, legal services, supports for youth, seniors and persons with disabilities * help in pursuing child or spousal support
\nEmployment Assistance -- clients 18-65 years must participate in employment assistance activities unless they are living with a serious disability or illness, or caring for preschool children
\nEmployment Centre -- walk-in job search centre * access to computers, Internet, fax, telephone * career planning * skills training * workshops * referrals for education and upgrading, work and volunteer placements, self-employment and entrepreneurship
\nLearning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- helps young parents finish high school, improve parenting skills, locate and maintain employment
\nEmployer Hotline 416-397-JOBS (5627) -- for employers to post jobs
\nWelfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980 -- to report allegations of fraudulent collection of Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Program assistance","APPLICATION":"Call the Application line","LANGUAGES":"English ; French","ACCESSIBILITY":"Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms","HOURS":"Mon, Thu-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm; Tue-Wed 8:30 am-6 pm","LEGAL_STATUS":"(20) Regional Government","DATE_UPDATED":"2015-01-13T05:00:00","ADDRESS_POINT_ID":10998847,"X":null,"Y":null,"LONGITUDE":null,"LATITUDE":null,"ADDRESS_FULL":"779 The Queensway","MUNICIPALITY":"Etobicoke","POSTAL_CODE":"M8Z 1N4","geometry":"{\"type\": \"Point\", \"coordinates\": [-79.5056243825933, 43.6254621942594]}"},{"_id":16,"OBJECTID":608,"AGENCY_NAME":"Toronto. Employment and Social Services","ORGANIZATION_ADDRESS":"700 Lawrence Ave W, Ste 330, Toronto, ON M6A 3B3","NEIGHBOURHOOD":"Yorkdale-Glen Park, 31","OFFICE_PHONE":"Switchboard 416-392-6500 ; Application 416-397-0185 ; Employment Centre 416-392-1358","EMAIL":null,"WEBSITE":"www.toronto.ca/socialservices/index.htm","ELIGIBILITY":"Toronto residents 18 years and older in financial need, determined by a review of income, assets and living expenses * youth 16-17 years may be eligible * people not eligible for social assistance benefits may qualify for one-time help with medical costs * Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- parents 16-25 years * Employment Centre -- open to all Toronto residents
\nServes those living in postal code areas: M3J, M3K, M3L, M3M, M6A, M6B, M6E, M6L","DESCRIPTION_SERVICE":"Client Services and Information Unit 416-392-2956 -- information on Ontario Works, including legislation and procedures * assistance with resolution of issues between OW clients and staff
\nInteractive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm -- automated information and payment details, payment history, file status * service not available to TTY users
\nCity Services Benefit Card -- payment method for Ontario Works clients who do not have bank accounts * customer care Mon-Sun 24 hours at 647-727-3019 or online at checkmycard.ca
\nFinancial Assistance
\nMonthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income * monthly drug benefit card * health benefits including medical supplies, sensory and mobility aids, medical transportation * discretionary benefits may include dentures, emergency dental services, eyeglasses, prosthetic devices, funerals and burials
\nHousing Stabilization Fund -- help with rent and energy arrears, rent deposit and essential furniture * Employment Start-Up Benefit -- covers costs related to starting a job or work placement * Families with Children -- newborn child allowance, child care start-up costs, basic dental care for children
\nSocial Supports
\nReferral to community and government services including child care, housing, addiction supports, health and mental health services, food banks, legal services, supports for youth, seniors and persons with disabilities * help in pursuing child or spousal support
\nEmployment Assistance -- clients 18-65 years must participate in employment assistance activities unless they are living with a serious disability or illness, or caring for preschool children
\nEmployment Centre -- walk-in job search centre * access to computers, Internet, fax, telephone * career planning * skills training * workshops * referrals for education and upgrading, work and volunteer placements, self-employment and entrepreneurship
\nLearning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- helps young parents finish high school, improve parenting skills, locate and maintain employment
\nEmployer Hotline 416-397-JOBS (5627) -- for employers to post jobs
\nWelfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980 -- to report allegations of fraudulent collection of Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Program assistance","APPLICATION":"Call the Application line","LANGUAGES":"English ; French","ACCESSIBILITY":"Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms","HOURS":"Mon, Wed, Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm; Tue, Thu 8:30 am-6 pm","LEGAL_STATUS":"(20) Regional Government","DATE_UPDATED":"2015-01-13T05:00:00","ADDRESS_POINT_ID":10335561,"X":null,"Y":null,"LONGITUDE":null,"LATITUDE":null,"ADDRESS_FULL":"700 Lawrence Ave W","MUNICIPALITY":"North York","POSTAL_CODE":"M6A 3B4","geometry":"{\"type\": \"Point\", \"coordinates\": [-79.4474308939363, 43.7169263340727]}"},{"_id":17,"OBJECTID":609,"AGENCY_NAME":"Toronto. Employment and Social Services","ORGANIZATION_ADDRESS":"214 Wellington St W, Toronto, ON M5V 0L9","NEIGHBOURHOOD":"Waterfront Communities-The Island, 77","OFFICE_PHONE":"Switchboard 416-392-2600 ; Application 416-392-2635 ; Employment Centre 416-338-2749","EMAIL":null,"WEBSITE":"www.toronto.ca/socialservices/index.htm","ELIGIBILITY":"Toronto residents 18 years and older in financial need, determined by a review of income, assets and living expenses * youth 16-17 years may be eligible * people not eligible for social assistance benefits may qualify for one-time help with medical costs * Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- parents 16-25 years * Employment Centre -- open to all Toronto residents
\n\nServes those living in postal code areas: M5G, M5H, M5J, M5K, M5L, M5T, M5V, M5W, M5X, M6J","DESCRIPTION_SERVICE":"Client Services and Information Unit 416-392-2956 -- information on Ontario Works, including legislation and procedures * assistance with resolution of issues between OW clients and staff
\nInteractive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm -- automated information and payment details, payment history, file status * service not available to TTY users
\nCity Services Benefit Card -- payment method for Ontario Works clients who do not have bank accounts * customer care Mon-Sun 24 hours at 647-727-3019 or online at checkmycard.ca
\nFinancial Assistance
\nMonthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income * monthly drug benefit card * health benefits including medical supplies, sensory and mobility aids, medical transportation * discretionary benefits may include dentures, emergency dental services, eyeglasses, prosthetic devices, funerals and burials
\nHousing Stabilization Fund -- help with rent and energy arrears, rent deposit and essential furniture * Employment Start-Up Benefit -- covers costs related to starting a job or work placement * Families with Children -- newborn child allowance, child care start-up costs, basic dental care for children
\nSocial Supports
\nReferral to community and government services including child care, housing, addiction supports, health and mental health services, food banks, legal services, supports for youth, seniors and persons with disabilities * help in pursuing child or spousal support
\nEmployment Assistance -- clients 18-65 years must participate in employment assistance activities unless they are living with a serious disability or illness, or caring for preschool children
\nEmployment Centre -- walk-in job search centre * access to computers, Internet, fax, telephone * career planning * skills training * workshops * referrals for education and upgrading, work and volunteer placements, self-employment and entrepreneurship
\nLearning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- helps young parents finish high school, improve parenting skills, locate and maintain employment
\nEmployer Hotline 416-397-JOBS (5627) -- for employers to post jobs
\nWelfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980 -- to report allegations of fraudulent collection of Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Program assistance","APPLICATION":"Call the Application line","LANGUAGES":"English ; French","ACCESSIBILITY":"Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms * braille and voice elevator, lowered buttons","HOURS":"Mon, Thu-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm; Tue-Wed 8:30 am-6 pm","LEGAL_STATUS":"(20) Regional Government","DATE_UPDATED":"2015-01-13T05:00:00","ADDRESS_POINT_ID":13323642,"X":null,"Y":null,"LONGITUDE":null,"LATITUDE":null,"ADDRESS_FULL":"214 Wellington St W","MUNICIPALITY":"former Toronto","POSTAL_CODE":"M5V 0L9","geometry":"{\"type\": \"Point\", \"coordinates\": [-79.3890993881828, 43.6455222594755]}"},{"_id":18,"OBJECTID":610,"AGENCY_NAME":"Ontario. Ministry of Community and Social Services. Ontario Disability Support Program","ORGANIZATION_ADDRESS":"47 Sheppard Ave E, 6th Fl, Toronto, ON M2N 5X5","NEIGHBOURHOOD":"Willowdale East, 51","OFFICE_PHONE":"416-314-6514","EMAIL":null,"WEBSITE":"www.mcss.gov.on.ca/en/mcss/programs/social/odsp","ELIGIBILITY":"This office serves people in the following postal code areas: M2H, M2J, M2K, M2L, M2M, M2N, M2P, M2R, M3B, M3H, M3J, M3K, M4N, M4P, M4R, M4S, M4T, M4V, M5M, M5N, M5P, M5R, M5S, M6A, M6B, M6C, M6E, M6G, M6H","DESCRIPTION_SERVICE":"Income Supports:
\nHealth benefits -- prescription drugs * dental care * vision care * medical supplies, including diabetic and surgical supplies * transportation to medical treatment if cost exceeds $15 per month * Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Nutritional Allowance * Extended Health Benefit may be available to clients who are no longer eligible for ODSP income support
\nDisability-related benefits -- assistive devices including mobility devices, vision and hearing aids, prosthetics * batteries for mobility devices and hearing aids * guide dogs * Special Diet Allowance may be available
\nEmployment incentives and benefits -- Employment and Training Start-Up Benefit * child care costs * Work-related benefit * Transitional health benefit * Employment Transition Benefit
\nHousing-related supports -- Housing Stabilization Fund for rent and energy arrears, rent deposit and essential furniture\n
\nTransition Child Benefit for those not receiving the Ontario Child Benefit or the National Child Benefit Supplement
\nEmployment Supports -- job preparation, job search, starting a business
\nInteractive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm -- automated information and payment details, payment history, file status * service not available to TTY users
\nWelfare Fraud Hotline 1-800-394-7867 -- to report suspected cases of social assistance fraud","APPLICATION":"Call to arrange a meeting or apply online * those in need of immediate assistance should apply for Ontario Works -- see separate entry Toronto. Employment and Social Services","LANGUAGES":"English ; French","ACCESSIBILITY":"Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms * lowered elevator buttons","HOURS":"Mon-Fri 8:30 am-5 pm","LEGAL_STATUS":"(30) Provincial Government","DATE_UPDATED":"2015-06-09T04:00:00","ADDRESS_POINT_ID":14120205,"X":null,"Y":null,"LONGITUDE":null,"LATITUDE":null,"ADDRESS_FULL":"47 Sheppard Ave E","MUNICIPALITY":"North York","POSTAL_CODE":"M2N 5X5","geometry":"{\"type\": \"Point\", \"coordinates\": [-79.4076937430557, 43.7612647111235]}"},{"_id":19,"OBJECTID":612,"AGENCY_NAME":"Toronto. Employment and Social Services","ORGANIZATION_ADDRESS":"325 Milner Ave, 9th Fl, Toronto, ON M1B 5N1","NEIGHBOURHOOD":"Malvern, 132","OFFICE_PHONE":"Switchboard 416-397-1000 ; Application 416-397-1010 ; Employment Centre 416-397-1175","EMAIL":null,"WEBSITE":"www.toronto.ca/socialservices/index.htm","ELIGIBILITY":"Toronto residents 18 years and older in financial need, determined by a review of income, assets and living expenses * youth 16-17 years may be eligible * people not eligible for social assistance benefits may qualify for one-time help with medical costs * Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- parents 16-25 years * Employment Centre -- open to all Toronto residents
\n\nServes those living in postal code areas: M1B, M1S, M1T, M1V, M1W, M1X","DESCRIPTION_SERVICE":"Client Services and Information Unit 416-392-2956 -- information on Ontario Works, including legislation and procedures * assistance with resolution of issues between OW clients and staff
\nInteractive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm -- automated information and payment details, payment history, file status * service not available to TTY users
\nCity Services Benefit Card -- payment method for Ontario Works clients who do not have bank accounts * customer care Mon-Sun 24 hours at 647-727-3019 or online at checkmycard.ca
\nFinancial Assistance
\nMonthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income * monthly drug benefit card * health benefits including medical supplies, sensory and mobility aids, medical transportation * discretionary benefits may include dentures, emergency dental services, eyeglasses, prosthetic devices, funerals and burials
\nHousing Stabilization Fund -- help with rent and energy arrears, rent deposit and essential furniture * Employment Start-Up Benefit -- covers costs related to starting a job or work placement * Families with Children -- newborn child allowance, child care start-up costs, basic dental care for children
\nSocial Supports
\nReferral to community and government services including child care, housing, addiction supports, health and mental health services, food banks, legal services, supports for youth, seniors and persons with disabilities * help in pursuing child or spousal support
\nEmployment Assistance -- clients 18-65 years must participate in employment assistance activities unless they are living with a serious disability or illness, or caring for preschool children
\nEmployment Centre -- walk-in job search centre * access to computers, Internet, fax, telephone * career planning * skills training * workshops * referrals for education and upgrading, work and volunteer placements, self-employment and entrepreneurship
\nLearning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- helps young parents finish high school, improve parenting skills, locate and maintain employment
\nEmployer Hotline 416-397-JOBS (5627) -- for employers to post jobs
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\n\nServes those living in postal code areas: M4G, M4H, M4N, M4P, M4R, M4S, M4T, M4V, M4W, M5M, M5N, M5P, M5R, M6C, M6G","DESCRIPTION_SERVICE":"Client Services and Information Unit 416-392-2956 -- information on Ontario Works, including legislation and procedures * assistance with resolution of issues between OW clients and staff
\nInteractive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm -- automated information and payment details, payment history, file status * service not available to TTY users
\nCity Services Benefit Card -- payment method for Ontario Works clients who do not have bank accounts * customer care Mon-Sun 24 hours at 647-727-3019 or online at checkmycard.ca
\nFinancial Assistance
\nMonthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income * monthly drug benefit card * health benefits including medical supplies, sensory and mobility aids, medical transportation * discretionary benefits may include dentures, emergency dental services, eyeglasses, prosthetic devices, funerals and burials
\nHousing Stabilization Fund -- help with rent and energy arrears, rent deposit and essential furniture * Employment Start-Up Benefit -- covers costs related to starting a job or work placement * Families with Children -- newborn child allowance, child care start-up costs, basic dental care for children
\nSocial Supports
\nReferral to community and government services including child care, housing, addiction supports, health and mental health services, food banks, legal services, supports for youth, seniors and persons with disabilities * help in pursuing child or spousal support
\nEmployment Assistance -- clients 18-65 years must participate in employment assistance activities unless they are living with a serious disability or illness, or caring for preschool children
\nEmployment Centre -- walk-in job search centre * access to computers, Internet, fax, telephone * career planning * skills training * workshops * referrals for education and upgrading, work and volunteer placements, self-employment and entrepreneurship
\nLearning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- helps young parents finish high school, improve parenting skills, locate and maintain employment
\nEmployer Hotline 416-397-JOBS (5627) -- for employers to post jobs
\nWelfare Fraud Hotline 416-392-8980 -- to report allegations of fraudulent collection of Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Program assistance","APPLICATION":"Call the Application line","LANGUAGES":"English ; French","ACCESSIBILITY":"Wheelchair accessible building including main entrance and barrier free washrooms * braille elevator, lowered buttons","HOURS":"Mon-Tue, Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm; Wed-Thu 8:30 am-6 pm","LEGAL_STATUS":"(20) Regional Government","DATE_UPDATED":"2015-01-13T05:00:00","ADDRESS_POINT_ID":800605,"X":null,"Y":null,"LONGITUDE":null,"LATITUDE":null,"ADDRESS_FULL":"150 Eglinton Ave E","MUNICIPALITY":"former Toronto","POSTAL_CODE":"M4P 1E8","geometry":"{\"type\": \"Point\", \"coordinates\": [-79.3940035498281, 43.7078976719825]}"},{"_id":21,"OBJECTID":614,"AGENCY_NAME":"Toronto. Employment and Social Services","ORGANIZATION_ADDRESS":"1117 Finch Ave W, Toronto, ON M3J 2P7","NEIGHBOURHOOD":"York University Heights, 27","OFFICE_PHONE":"Switchboard 416-397-9450 ; Application 416-397-9451 ; Employment Centre 416-397-9553","EMAIL":null,"WEBSITE":"www.toronto.ca/socialservices/index.htm","ELIGIBILITY":"Toronto residents 18 years and older in financial need, determined by a review of income, assets and living expenses * youth 16-17 years may be eligible * people not eligible for social assistance benefits may qualify for one-time help with medical costs * Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- parents 16-25 years * Employment Centre -- open to all Toronto residents
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\nInteractive Voice Response (IVR) 1-800-808-2268, Mon-Fri 8 am-9 pm, Sat-Sun noon-5 pm -- automated information and payment details, payment history, file status * service not available to TTY users
\nCity Services Benefit Card -- payment method for Ontario Works clients who do not have bank accounts * customer care Mon-Sun 24 hours at 647-727-3019 or online at checkmycard.ca
\nFinancial Assistance
\nMonthly allowance based on family size, housing costs and income * monthly drug benefit card * health benefits including medical supplies, sensory and mobility aids, medical transportation * discretionary benefits may include dentures, emergency dental services, eyeglasses, prosthetic devices, funerals and burials
\nHousing Stabilization Fund -- help with rent and energy arrears, rent deposit and essential furniture * Employment Start-Up Benefit -- covers costs related to starting a job or work placement * Families with Children -- newborn child allowance, child care start-up costs, basic dental care for children
\nSocial Supports
\nReferral to community and government services including child care, housing, addiction supports, health and mental health services, food banks, legal services, supports for youth, seniors and persons with disabilities * help in pursuing child or spousal support
\nEmployment Assistance -- clients 18-65 years must participate in employment assistance activities unless they are living with a serious disability or illness, or caring for preschool children
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\nLearning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) -- helps young parents finish high school, improve parenting skills, locate and maintain employment
\nEmployer Hotline 416-397-JOBS (5627) -- for employers to post jobs
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