Ontario Works

Find information about financial assistance, benefits and employment assistance available through the Ontario Works program.

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Apply for Ontario Works

Apply for Ontario Works (English)

A French application is also available.

Apply for Ontario Works (French application)

Community Service Resources

Sustainable Housing Benefit Form

Ontario Works Rights and Responsibilities

The following video assists in explaining the rights and responsibilities of Ontario Works clients.

Supporting Links and Documents

MyBenefits

This online service is available 24/7 to Ontario residents who receive Ontario Works or Ontario Disability Support Program.
MyBenefits

211 Ontario

211 Ontario connects people to the social services, programs and community supports they need.

211 Ontario

Health811

Connect with a register nurse for free, secure and confidential health advice.

Health811

Bruce Grey Community Information

Information about several social assistance programs and agencies available in Grey County.

Bruce Grey Community Information

Owen Sound Emergency Communications Centre

The Owen Sound Emergency Communications Centre (OSECC), as part of the Owen Sound Police Service (OSPS), has been providing professional radio communications to emergency services for over 30 years across Ontario.

OS Emergency Communications Centre

Ontario Works Locations in Grey County

Dundalk - Satellite Office

Erskine Community Health Centre
90 Artemesia St S, Dundalk, ON

Tuesday-Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (closed noon to 1:00 p.m.)
Please call to arrange an appointment whenever possible.

Durham - Satellite Office

Durham Resource Centre
575 Saddler Street East
Durham

Monday-Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (closed noon to 1:00 p.m.)
Please call to arrange an appointment whenever possible.

Hanover - Satellite Office

286 - 10th Street
Hanover

Monday-Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (closed noon to 1:00 p.m.)
Please call to arrange an appointment whenever possible.

Markdale - Satellite Office

South East Grey Community Health Centre
55 Victoria Ave
Markdale

Open by appointment only.

Meaford - Satellite Office

Victoria Village Resource Centre
Unit 3, 80 Victoria Street, Meaford

Monday-Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (closed noon to 1:00 p.m.)
Please call to arrange an appointment whenever possible.

Owen Sound - Satellite Office

Grey County Administration Building
595 9th Avenue East, Owen Sound
Mon.-Fri., 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Access service on the lower floor of the building. Parking available in front to access the first floor. Additional parking available behind the building with access to the second floor.

Unit 3 - 888 Alpha Street, Owen Sound
Open by appointment only.
Park in the parking lot beside the old Medical Centre; walk towards the back of the property towards the park. Unit 888 is located in the units facing north and south.

Emergency Assistance

Emergency Assistance provides one-time assistance to individuals and families in crisis when an application for Ontario Works is not appropriate. If you are eligible for emergency assistance, the amount you get will depend on your specific situation. You will not get more than what you would get on Ontario Works.

You are not eligible for Emergency Assistance if you are already receiving assistance from Ontario Works or the Ontario Disability Support Program

After completing an application for Emergency Assistance you will be contacted by Grey County Social Services to discuss your situation. An application for Ontario Works may be necessary and you will be redirected to the Ontario Works Online Application.

Apply for emergency assistance | Ontario.ca

Temporary Care Assistance

If you are an adult and you are temporarily responsible for the care of a child who is in financial need, you may be eligible for temporary care assistance on their behalf.

Apply for temporary care assistance (gov.on.ca)

Or contact our office by calling 519-376-7112 ext 1320