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Ontario Works – Housing Assistance (St. Thomas Elgin Social Services)
Monthly support for basic living needs
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 733
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
Ontario Works provides monthly financial assistance for basic living needs, including food and housing. It also supports eligible employment-related activities and health benefits, with payment amounts based on each applicant’s situation.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 733 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Employment-related activities required as part of the support plan
- Work preparation and participation in employment services
Documents Needed
- Social Insurance Number, if applicable
- Ontario health card
- Birth certificates
- Immigration documents
- Tax returns and bank information
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Individuals and families in financial need
- People needing help with food and housing costs
- Applicants with a disability who are financially in need
Eligible expenses
- Basic living costs, including food and rent
- Housing-related costs
- Transportation to medical appointments
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
How to apply
- Step 1: Start the application
- Apply online, by phone, or through your local Ontario Works office.
- For online applications, complete the form for yourself and immediate family members living with you.
- Step 2: Provide personal and financial information
- Enter identification, address, income, housing costs, and bank details if available.
- Have family members present if applying in person, by phone, or by mail.
- Step 3: Submit supporting information
- Provide any additional documents requested during the review.
- Sign the application and consent forms if needed.
- Step 4: Receive the decision
- Wait for the caseworker review and decision notice by mail.
- Check application status online or through MyBenefits.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by a caseworker or social assistance intake unit.
- Additional documents may be requested to verify the information provided.
- Applicants are notified by mail once a decision is made.
- If approved, a local office sets up a plan for employment-related activities, unless special circumstances apply.
Additional information
- Applicants may need to provide additional documents during review, such as proof of income or employment.
- Decisions are sent by mail, and applicants can access the decision faster through MyBenefits.
- If a decision is not agreed with, an internal review can be requested.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Ontario Works – Housing Assistance (St. Thomas Elgin Social Services) Program
What is the Ontario Works – Housing Assistance (St. Thomas Elgin Social Services)?
Ontario Works provides monthly financial assistance for basic living needs, including food and housing. It also supports eligible employment-related activities and health benefits, with payment amounts based on each applicant’s situation.
How much funding can be received?
Ontario Works – Housing Assistance (St. Thomas Elgin Social Services) Funds up to $733 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Ontario Works – Housing Assistance (St. Thomas Elgin Social Services) program?
To be eligible for the Ontario Works – Housing Assistance (St. Thomas Elgin Social Services) program, you must:
In financial need
Needs help with living costs
Usually must join employment activities
What expenses are eligible under Ontario Works – Housing Assistance (St. Thomas Elgin Social Services)?
Employment-related activities required as part of the support plan
Work preparation and participation in employment services
Who can I contact for more information about the Ontario Works – Housing Assistance (St. Thomas Elgin Social Services)?
You can contact City of St. Thomas by email at none or by phone at 1 888 999-1142.
Where is the Ontario Works – Housing Assistance (St. Thomas Elgin Social Services) available?
The Ontario Works – Housing Assistance (St. Thomas Elgin Social Services) program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Ontario Works – Housing Assistance (St. Thomas Elgin Social Services) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Ontario Works – Housing Assistance (St. Thomas Elgin Social Services) is a Other Support