Financial Programs

Maternity, Parental or Sickness Benefits- Employment Insurance (EI) provides maternity/parental benefits to individuals who are pregnant, have recently given birth, are adopting a child, or are caring for a newborn. Sickness benefits are paid to those who are unable to work because of sickness, injury, or quarantine. Toll-free: 1 800 206-7218. Online Application.

Social Assistance- This program provides financial assistance to help persons in need meet basic living costs. General inquiries 453-2001.

Special Need Benefits- This program provides a benefit supplement to persons in need. Benefits may be provided to meet a one-time emergency or to address longer term needs. Most benefits are for medically related services, fuel, and school expenses. Call 453-2001

Community Volunteer Income Tax Program- This program provides eligible individuals with free help filling out their tax returns. 1 800 959-8281