Apply for Ontario Works:
Persons in financial need can apply online by visiting www.ontario.ca/socialassistance
You may also call Toll Free 1-888-999-1142, or TTY 1-800-387-5559.
When applying, you will need to answer questions about yourself and the family members in their household.
Applications meeting the below criteria will be completed by our office and may still apply online or by calling 705-759-2130 / 1-866-363-6007:
- Youth Application - Under the age of 18
- Temp Care Applications - An adult providing temporary care for a child who’s in financial need and is not their dependent
- In an Emergency, defined as:
- being evicted from home or homeless
- worried about personal safety
- in an abusive relationship
- affected by fire or flood
- have health crisis
To be eligible for Ontario Works, you must:
- Live in Sault Ste. Marie
- Need money right away to help pay for food and shelter, and
- Be willing to take part in activities that will help you find a job
We look at your financial situation and your willingness to take part in activities to find a job taking into consideration your family size, income, assets, and housing costs when determining eligibility.
You will also need the following information:
- Birth certificate
- Social Insurance Number (SIN) card
- Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) card
- Immigration or sponsorship information if applicable
- Full address including postal code
- Cost of rent or mortgage
- Cost of utilities (gas, hydro, water)
- Current landlord’s name and address
- Address history for the past 12 months
- Employment history for the past 24 months
- Most recent monthly bank statement
- Any sources of income (i.e. Earnings from EI, CERB, CPP, OAS)
- Assets (vehicle, RRSP's, etc.)