Mishkosiminiziibiing First Nation - Band Office - Ontario Works - Family Info

Band Office has relocated on a temporary basis to 403-B Anishinabe Way, next to the community hall
Ontario Works office located at 414 - B Anishinabe Way

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Ontario Works

410 Anishinabe Way
Mishkosiminiziibiing/Big Grassy First Nation

807-488-5306

Toll-Free: 1-800-361-7228

Fax: 807-488-1093

www.biggrassy.ca

Directions

Band Office: Mon-Fri 9 am-4:30 pm

Alternate Fri: 9 am-12 noon

Last Updated: Oct 15, 2025: Suggest an edit

Application

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 Social Insurance Number
Recent bank statement for all bank accounts
Record of Employment and/or most recent pay stubs

Eligibility / Target Population

Members of Mishkosiminiziibiing First Nation

Individuals must:

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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

Fees

None

Contacts

Svea Hunter - Ontario Works Program Assistant
807-488-5306 Ext 201 * shunter@biggrassy.ca
Leana Gibbins - Ontario Works Administrator (Interim)
807-488-5306 Ext 207 * owadministrator@biggrassy.ca

Languages

English

Language Notes

Ojibway, upon request

Accessibility

Not Wheelchair Accessible

Description of Services

Provides short term financial assistance to individuals and families in need

Offers Extended Health Benefits to qualifying individuals

Provides information to recipients about participation requirements including seeking employment, basic education, volunteer work, or self employment

Participants 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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Last Updated: Oct 15, 2025: Suggest an edit