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Address:
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540 Albert St E
Sault Ste Marie, ON
P6A 7A7
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Executives:
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Alison Kohler - Director, Income and Employment Supports
705-759-5453 * a.kohler@socialservices-ssmd.ca
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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 clothing
- offers limited Emergency Assistance and Discretionary Benefits
Employment Assistance
- helps individuals become and stay employed
- provides assistance with job search, basic education, employment placement, skills training, community participation
- assistance may be provided to clients to cover certain related expenses such as transportation, child care and clothing
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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 * French interpretation available upon request
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Area Served:
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Sault Ste Marie * Prince Township * Sault North Unorganized Townships
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