Ontario Works

Call the Social Assistance Support Line at 1-888-999-1142 between 8:30am and 5:00pm weekdays excluding holidays.

Apply online for Ontario Works assistance.

The Statement of Income is for earnings from employment. All pay stubs must be attached to the statement. It is due on the 16th of the month and the statement covers the period from the 16th of the previous month to the 15th of the current month. The Statement of Income must be signed and dated by the head of the household (the person whose name is on the Ontario Works cheque). The signature must be dated on or after the 16^th of the current month.

MyBenefits is a new online service available to all residents of Ontario who are active Social Assistance recipients. MyBenefits is available on a 24/7 basis, allowing clients to see the status of all future payments and to report changes. Visit the MyBenefits website to register or to sign into your account.

The Changes Report is to be completed only if there are changes to your family composition, address or other sources of income. The Changes Report is due on the 16th of the month and covers the period from the 16th of the previous month to the 15th of the current month. You must also attach any supporting documentation for these changes such as verification of accommodation costs or verification of any changes to other sources of income.

Your monthly drug benefit covers most of the cost of prescription drugs for you and eligible family members. Your family will use their own health cards for benefits.

If you are not eligible for an Ontario health card, you will get a paper drug card each month.

If you require a special diet due to a medical condition, you may be able to get some help if the food you need costs more.

Women can receive a pregnancy nutritional allowance to cover their special dietary needs. Women can get this during pregnancy and for 12 months after delivery if they are breastfeeding their child.

Help is available for diabetic supplies, surgical supplies and dressings, approved medical transportation of $15 or more per month, and a guide dog benefit.

You may receive money for other items such as:

• low cost energy and water conservation measures
• assistive devices
• wheelchairs and inhalators
• vision and dental care for adults

Money may be available for families on social assistance who are not receiving the Ontario Child Benefit or are getting less than their maximum Ontario Child Benefit.

If you're a young parent between the ages of 16 to 25, the LEAP program can give you the supports you need to:

• Finish high school
• Improve your parenting skills
• Prepare for and find work so you can support your family

A financial incentive is provided to students who successfully complete the LEAP Program. The money can be used to help with further education or to invest in a Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) for your child.

Low-income individuals can access some health benefits without being on social assistance.

Financial Assistance for funeral expenses

The City of Brantford assists individuals Find Affordable Housing and works with community partners to help people keep a home where they feel comfortable, safe and a part of their community.

Child Care Fee Subsidy can cover all or part of the costs for child care eligible children up to 12 years of age in licensed programs.