Social Assistance in Chatham-Kent

Ontario Works helps people in our community with money for shelter, food and other basic necessities.  We can also help you find a job.  Ontario Works can help you temporarily until you can support yourself and your family. 

You can apply for:

• emergency financial help
• ongoing financial help
• help with rent and/or energy costs

To be eligible, you must:

• live in Chatham-Kent
• need money right away to help with food and housing costs
• be willing to take part in activities that will help you find a job

You can try the Eligibility Estimator to see if you might qualify, or follow the steps in how to apply for social assistance.

We can also make referrals on your behalf to other places in Chatham-Kent that might be able to help you.  For more information on our programs and services, please call 519.351.8573 or email your questions.