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Organization:
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Long Lake 58 First Nation
Band Office
Social Services Office - Social Services
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Address:
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c/o c/o Social Services
PO Box 609 c/o Social Services
Longlac, ON
P0T 2A0
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Street Address:
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225 Otter Rd
Long Lake 58 First Nation
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Location:
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- Located at Otter Rd in Long Lake 58 First Nation
- Closest intersection is at Otter Rd and Hwy 11
- Situated near the Band Office/Administration Building
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Accessibility:
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Not Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Mon-Fri 9 am-12 noon, 1 pm-4:30 pm
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Service Description:
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Operates a self government and is responsible for the day to day operations of the Long Lake 58 First Nation- Tribal Council: Matawa First Nations
- Political Territorial Organization:
Nishnawbe-Aski Nation (NAN)Treaty #9
Provides short term financial assistance to individuals and families in needOffers Extended Health Benefits to qualifying individualsProvides information to recipients about participation requirements including seeking employment, basic education, volunteer work, or self employmentParticipants can access a variety of programs and support services including but not limited to:- Child Care
- Clothing Needs
- Community Placement Program
- Discretionary Benefits
- Drug Benefits
- Employment Resource Centre
- Employment Start-up Costs
- Enhanced Employment Placement Program
- Funeral and burial expenses
- Learning, Earning and Parenting
- Pay-Direct to Landlord
- Special Diets Allowance
- Transportation
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Application:
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Requires booked appointment with Long Lake 58 Social Services Office
The following documentation is required to complete application:
- Proof of income for the applicant, common-law partner and children over age of 18 years of age
- Recent income tax return or notice of assessment
- Copy of all household expenses such as home rental lease, heat and hydro bills etc
- Health card
- Proof of school attendance
- Proof of assets, such as financial institutions, banks, credit unions (ie Caisse Populaire), vehicle ownership, life insurance
- Information about other income and money, such as a pension
- Proof of identity, such as birth certificate for all family members
- Proof of Social Insurance Number
- Record of Employment and/or most recent pay stubs
Long Lake 58 Social Services will notify applicant of decision for eligibility in writing; if applicant disagrees with decision, a written request to have the decision reviewed must be received within thirty days and an Internal Review will be conducted within ten business days, after which time the applicant may appeal to the Social Benefits Tribunal
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Residents of Long Lake 58 First Nation 18-65 years of age
Individuals must:
- be a resident of Ontario
- be in immediate financial need to help pay for food, clothing and other personal items and housing costs associated with rent, repairs and heat arrears
- be willing to take part in activities that will help find employment and help with the well being of self and family
- sign a Participation Agreement
Amount of financial assistance provided is determined by various factors including:
- Assets
- Family size
- Housing costs
- Income
Please Note: If the applicant has a common-law partner and/or children 18 years of age and older living with him/her, they must be present for completion of the application
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Languages:
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English
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Language Notes:
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Ojibway, available upon request
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Area Served:
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Long Lake 58 First Nation
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