Application Process

As of June 21, 2021, there is a new process to apply for Ontario Works.  A Centralized Intake team will take your application

1. Online Application 

Online Application – click here

After you complete your online application, the local office will contact you with an appointment time.  If you do not have a contact number, please contact your TBDSSAB office

or

2. Telephone Screening

To apply for social assistance, contact the Intake and Benefits Administration Unit at 1.888.999.1142.

Ontario Works Forms

• Application for Discretionary Benefits for OW and ODSP Recipients (PDF)
• Authorization for Pay Direct (PDF)
• Change of Address with Intent to Rent (PDF)
• Child Care Receipt (PDF)
• Informal Child Care Invoice (PDF)
• OW Appeal Form (PDF)
• Request for Employment Assistance Funds (PDF)
• Rights and Responsibilities (PDF)
• Volunteer Recognition Month Attendance Report (PDF)