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Program:
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District of Rainy River Services Board - Atikokan Office - Ontario Works
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Phone Numbers:
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807-597-1431
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Toll-Free:
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1-800-265-5349
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Fax:
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807-597-1493
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Address:
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PO Box 1300
Atikokan, ON
P0T 1C0
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Street
Address:
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25 Rawn Rd
Atikokan
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Location:
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- Located at Rawn Rd within the Rainbow Daycare Centre building, back entrance
- Closest intersection is at Rawn Rd and Maple Cres
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Mon-Fri 8 am-12 noon, 1 pm-4 pm
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Public Contacts:
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Shelley Shute - Director of Integrated Services and Ontario Works Lead
807-274-5349 Ext 306 * shelley.shute@rrdssab.ca
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Service Description:
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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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Fees:
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None
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Application:
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Individuals can apply online
or by contacting the office
The following documentation is required to complete application:
- Copy of Canada Child Benefit statement (for children under 18 years of age)
- Copy of mortgage or rental agreement
- Health card
- Information about assets owned, such as a Registered Retirement Savings Plan,
- Information about other income and money, such as a pension
- Proof of identity, such as birth certificate
- Proof of immigration status, if required
- Proof of Social Insurance Number
- Recent bank statement for all bank accounts
- Record of Employment and/or most recent pay stubs
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Individuals must:
- be a resident of Ontario
- be in immediate financial need to help pay for food and housing costs
- be willing to take part in activities that will help find employment
- sign a Participation Agreement
Amount of financial assistance provided is determined by various factors including:
- Assets
- Family size
- Housing costs
- Income
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Languages:
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English
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Area Served:
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District of Rainy River
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Last Updated:
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12/6/2024
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=207862
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