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Program:
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Ontario Works
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Phone Numbers:
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705-272-4214
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Toll-Free:
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1-888-626-1538
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Fax:
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705-272-2883
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Address:
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149 5th Ave
Cochrane, ON
P0L 1C0
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Intersection:
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5th Ave and 3rd St
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:15pm
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Dates Available:
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Summer hours: Mon-Fri 8am-3:45pm (Jul-Aug)
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Executives:
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Brian Marks - Chief Administrative Officer
Nancy Ferraro - Director of Ontario Works
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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 people 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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Fees:
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Free
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Application:
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See each division for specific applications
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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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Cochrane and area
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Last Updated:
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6/25/2025
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=146604
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