An official account of the Ontario Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services. Terms of use: ontario.ca/social. En français : @ONaidesociale
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Do you know someone who is deaf or deafblind?
Ontario's sign language interpreters and intervenors help facilitate two-way communication between people who can hear and people who are Deaf or deafblind.
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Services are available for workplace, medical and social settings, and more.
Learn more: ontario.ca/page/services-peo…
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Honouring our Veterans includes taking care of their families.
Surviving spouses & children in Ontario can access financial assistance through the Soldiers’ Aid Commission for a range of needs, such as health-related items, housing, and employment support.
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Effective July 1, ODSP rates will be increasing by 1.9%, raising the monthly payment for basic needs and shelter up to $1,436.
This will bring the total increase to ODSP rates to more than 22% since September 2022.
Learn more at: ontario.ca/ODSP
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🦫Tomorrow is Canada Day! 🍁
A friendly reminder that all ODSP offices will be closed on Wednesday, July 1, and will reopen for regular hours on Thursday, July 2.
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Ontario Works clients: please contact your local office for closure and opening hours: officelocator.mcss.gov.on.ca
We wish you a safe and enjoyable Canada Day.
#CanadaDay2026
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Victim Support Directory is a resource that connects survivors with local support services so they can get the help they need to heal and recover.
For more info: victimsupportdirectory.ca
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Do you like cars and working with your hands?
Check out MyCareer Journey for information on the pay, qualifications and programs that can help you pursue a career as an automotive technician.
ontario.ca/my-career-journey…
#Careers #AutomotiveCareers #SkilledTrades
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Protecting Ontario’s Veterans includes taking care of their families.
Surviving spouses & children in Ontario can access financial assistance through the Soldiers’ Aid Commission for a range of needs, such as health-related items, housing, and employment support.
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We’re recruiting Youth Services Officers.
In this role, you’ll work with youth in custody, support rehabilitation and help them develop skills for life in the community.
Find out how to apply: ontario.ca/page/become-youth…
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If you have a disability, you can work and earn up to $1,000 per month without affecting your Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) income support, benefits, or eligibility.
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Explore work and training supports and learn how earnings affect ODSP income support.
🔗 ontario.ca/page/working-and-…
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Ontario Community and Social Services retweeted
📈 Ontario is completing more scheduled surgeries than ever before, helping people get care sooner and achieve better outcomes — with over 84% of patients receiving surgery within clinically recommended timelines.
#YourHealthYourResults
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June is Seniors Month! Whether you're looking for information on housing options, financial well-being, or community programs, the Ontario Seniors Guide can help you access the resources and services you need.
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It’s also a helpful tool for caregivers or organizations that support seniors. Learn more today: ontario.ca/SeniorsGuide
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June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day.
Today we celebrate the cultures, languages and traditions of Indigenous people across Ontario.
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To explore local activities planned for National Indigenous People’s Day, please visit: ontario.ca/page/national-ind…
#NationalIndingeousPeoplesDay2026
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Are you a Veteran, or a family member of an Ontario Veteran facing financial hardship?
The Soldiers’ Aid Commission offers up to $3,000 in financial assistance over 12 months for eligible families.
Check if you qualify: ontario.ca/SoldiersAid
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