Ontario Works

Vaughan Branch
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Record #: HMT1496 Last Modified: 28 Jul 2011 Last Full Update: 19 Jul 2011
Record Details
Alternate NameSocial Assistance
Areas ServedYork Region
Address & Map
3901 Hwy 7, Suite 500
Woodbridge, ON L4L 6B2
 
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Office Phone905-850-3490
TTY905-762-0401
Toll Free Phone1-888-256-1112
Fax905-850-3491
Websitewww.mcss.gov.on.ca/en/mcss/programs/social/ow/contacts/ow_municipal/ceneast_office.aspx
DescriptionOntario Works is the Ontario government's mandatory workfare program Ontario Works provides financial assistance to people in need, and links to employment:  
Employment supports include referral to basic education, skills training and job search Employment placement helps job-ready participants find and maintain employment, and assists those interested in self-employment to develop business enterprises Community participation provides participants with opportunities to acquire upgraded and new work skills; gain current work-related experience and build their resumes; and develop networks, build confidence and make contacts for future employment
DatesYear round
HoursMon-Fri: 8:30 am-4:30 pm
LanguagesEnglish
SubjectsEmployment ; Social assistance
Primary ContactMeena Jayarajan, Manager of Social Assistance, Ontario Works; Vaughan Branch; Phone: 905-850-3490 ext 2501; Fax: 905-850-3491
Primary ExecutiveDavid Rennie, Director, Ontario Works; York Region Offices; Phone: 1-888-256-1112