Ontario Works

c/o Doreen Potts Health Centre
General Delivery
Bear Island, ON
P0H 1C0

705-237-8900

Toll-Free: 1-866-262-2862

Fax: 705-237-8912

Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm

Last update: Aug 13, 2025: Suggest an edit

Application

See each division for specific applications

Eligibility / Target Population

Adults and youth 16 years and older in financial need who meet eligibility requirements

Fees

Free

Languages

English

Area Served

Temagami First Nation

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Description of Services:

Social assistance program that provides employment assistance and financial support for basic needs

Basic Financial Assistance (Ontario Works)

short term income assistance for the cost of shelter and basic needs

offers limited Emergency Assistance and Discretionary Benefits

Employment Assistance

helps individuals become and stay employed

provides assistance with job search, basic education, employment placement, skills training, community participation

assistance may be provided to client to cover certain related expenses such as transportation, child and clothing

Last Updated: Aug 13, 2025: Suggest an edit