Ontario Works Eligibility
According to the OW rate chart, what is the standard maximum a single person with no dependents entitled to receive monthly?
$733.00
How many Municipalities are in York Region?
9
What is the first meeting a customer has with an IWC called?
Initial Action Plan
What Department is Ontario Works part of?
Community and Health Services Department
What is the name of the celebration for 2SLGBTQIA+ for the month of June?
PRIDE
What 4 forms are required to be signed by a new customer applying to regular ongoing Ontario Works?
Form 1 (Application for Assistance), Consent General, Consent CRA, Rights and Responsibilities
What is the VIVA?
The rapid Bus transit system that operates within York Region!
What is the organization that IWC refer customers for employment support?
WCG/Employment services
To ensure that all new technology tools for caseworkers meet privacy and service needs, Ontario Works collaborates closely with this internal service provider.
IT Services
What street is the Richmond Hill office located on?
High Tech Road
What is the asset limit for a couple with three dependents?
$16,500.00
What is the most populated city in York Region?
Markham
A customer is not able to participate in employment related activities due to health concerns. What would be the correct program to refer them too?
ODSP
This York Region program helps residents at risk of eviction or homelessness by providing financial assistance for rent, utilities, and basic needs.
Housing Stability Program
What is this month's 13th factor?
Growth & Development
How much is the amount for special boarder allowance?
$71.00
What are the 9 Municipalities of York Region?
Aurora, East Gwillimbury, Georgina, King, Markham, Newmarket, Richmond Hill, Stouffville Vaughan
What is the application called for a non-Social Assistance customer who applies for a benefit from Ontario Works?
Non - SARS discretionary
This York Region program helps families with the cost of licensed child care.
Child Care Fee Subsidy
What is the second most spoken language in York Region?
Cantonese
What additional forms are Trustee required to sign?
1046E (Appointment of Trustee) DSM, Application for Social Assistance
What Treaty Land does York Region reside on?
Williams Treaties Territory
How long can a pregnant woman receive PBNA?
13 months
Children’s Services collaborates with this internal partner to identify children in families experiencing homelessness, poverty, or domestic violence.
Ontario Works
1971