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Ontario Works
149 5th Ave
Cochrane, ON
P0L 1C0
Cochrane, ON
P0L 1C0
705-272-4214
Toll-Free: 1-888-626-1538
Fax: 705-272-2883
Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:15pm
Summer hours: Mon-Fri 8am-3:45pm (Jul-Aug)
Last Updated: Jun 25, 2025: Suggest an edit
Application
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Eligibility / Target Population
Adults and youth 16 years and older in financial need who meet eligibility requirements
Fees
Free
Executives
Brian Marks - Chief Administrative Officer
Nancy Ferraro - Director of Ontario Works
Nancy Ferraro - Director of Ontario Works
Languages
English ; French
Language Notes
French reception, programs, publications, and website * French interpretation available upon request
Area Served
Cochrane and area
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Description of Services
Social assistance program that provides employment assistance and financial support for basic needs
Basic financial assistance (Ontario Works)
Employment assistance
Basic financial assistance (Ontario Works)
- short term income assistance for the cost of shelter and basic needs including food and clothing
- offers limited Emergency Assistance and Discretionary Benefits
Employment assistance
- helps people become and stay employed
- provides assistance with job search, basic education, employment placement, skills training, community participation
- assistance may be provided to clients to cover certain related expenses such as transportation, child care and clothing
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Last Updated: Jun 25, 2025: Suggest an edit
