Looking for a Job - Financial Assistance
Your financial situation may have a major influence on the choices you make while looking for work or considering further education. If you are unemployed, you should make sure you are aware of all the financial support programs available.
You may be interested in pursuing a postsecondary education in order to improve your skills and increase your chances of finding a job. Please click on the link below for more information on the Ontario Student Assistance Program and other financial supports available to students.
- Supporting your choice for postsecondary education
- Ontario Student Assistance Program and other financial supports available to students
Employment Insurance Benefits
Employment Insurance (EI) provides temporary financial help to unemployed Canadians while they look for work or upgrade their skills.
- How to apply for Employment Insurance benefits
- Online Application for Unemployment Benefits (Employment Insurance)
You will need to submit your Record of Employment (ROE) along with other information and documents when you apply for EI benefits. You should obtain your Record of Employment from your employer. For more information contact a local Service Canada Centre.
Ontario Works Program
The focus of Ontario Works is on preparing people for employment and getting them the help they need to find the shortest route to a paying job. This is being accomplished through referrals to basic education, training for new and updated skills, practical work experience, job placement, and help with child care, transportation and other work-related expenses.
The focus is also on the community because that's where the opportunities and jobs are. Ontario Works offices across the province are working to build partnerships with local non-profit agencies and employers.
- Information about the Ontario Works Program
- How Does Ontario Works help participants?
- Where do I apply for Ontario Works Financial and Employment Assistance?
- Local municipal social services offices
- Ontario Works Directives
- Ontario Disability Support Program - income support for people with disabilities and employment supports for people with disabilities who can and want to work
Managing Your Money
Handling your finances can be a challenging task. Here are a few links that can help you out.
