How much does Ontario Works pay for shelter?
How much does Ontario Works pay for shelter?
If you are eligible for Ontario Works you could receive: $733 a month for basic needs and shelter. additional amounts for benefits and other family members who live with you.
What is the maximum amount for Ontario Works?
The maximum shelter amount is $642.
Will Ontario Works increase 2021?
The government has not announced any increase to Ontario Works benefits for 2021. However, there are plans to make the program more efficient and effective.
How much does Ontario Works pay monthly?
Basic Needs Amounts
| Number of children/Dependent Adults* | Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Single Person | 2 children 17 years or under | $360 |
| 1 child 17 years or under, and 1 dependent adult 18 or older | $623 | |
| 2 dependent adults 18 or older | $781 | |
| Couple | No children | $494 |
What’s the maximum amount you can get for shelter in Ontario?
The shelter allowance paid to the recipient cannot exceed the existing shelter maximum for their benefit unit. For example, if a single recipient paid $400 of the total monthly rent, they would receive only $390 in shelter allowance, the maximum amount for a single person on Ontario Works.
How are shelter costs calculated in Ontario Works Directive 6.1?
Shelter costs for recipients who rent or own their dwelling can include rent and mortgage payments, as well as other residence-related costs. The shelter amount provided is based on actual verified shelter costs up to the maximum levels set out in regulation ( see Directive 6.3: Shelter Costs for more information).
How much money can you get from Ontario Works?
The amount of assistance someone can receive from Ontario Works depends on family size, housing costs and income. The Ontario Works Act and regulations set the social assistance rates. The tables below show the maximum monthly amounts for basic needs, shelter, board and lodging.
When is someone ineligible for Ontario Works Assistance?
If an applicant or recipient’s budgetary requirements are less than their available income, he/she is ineligible for assistance. First Nation Ontario Works Administrators may use their discretion as appropriate to reflect the priorities of their First Nation.