People Support

The Strategic Community Initiatives Fund Granting Process is intended to contribute to the advancement of human services goals and priorities and/or provide specific support to low income households.

211 is a free, 24/7 hotline that helps people connect to community, social, health and government services in their communities. To support this work Community Connection/211 maintains a comprehensive database in partnership with the United Way of Bruce Grey, and the Counties of Bruce and Grey.

Resources available to assist with pursuing child and/or spousal support. </p> </br> </h2>COVID-19 Announcement:</h2> </p> </br> </h4>Our offices are now open to the public, however, most services related to Ontario Works are still being provided by phone, fax and email. If you would like to meet with your caseworker in person please contact them in advance to discuss. Due to physical distancing requirements, only one person/family is allowed into the office / reception area at a time. Please wear a face covering/ face mask and use the hand sanitizer provided before entering the office. Please call your nearest Bruce County office at the numbers below for any inquires or for more information.</p> </br> Walkerton: 519-881-0431</p> Kincardine: 519-396-2116</p> Port Elgin: 519-389-5580</p> Wiarton: 519-534-1286</h4>

Information about the various employment supports that are available. Supports include resources to secure employment and upgrading opportunities. </p> </br> </h2>COVID-19 Announcement:</h2> </p> </br> </h4>Our offices are now open to the public, however, most services related to Ontario Works are still being provided by phone, fax and email. If you would like to meet with your caseworker in person please contact them in advance to discuss. Due to physical distancing requirements, only one person/family is allowed into the office / reception area at a time. Please wear a face covering/ face mask and use the hand sanitizer provided before entering the office. Please call your nearest Bruce County office at the numbers below for any inquires or for more information.</p> </br> Walkerton: 519-881-0431</p> Kincardine: 519-396-2116</p> Port Elgin: 519-389-5580</p> Wiarton: 519-534-1286</h4>

Discretionary Benefits are provided to recipients of Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Plan who require financial assistance to purchase health related items. </p> </br> </h2>COVID-19 Announcement:</h2> </p> </br> </h4>Our offices are now open to the public, however, most services related to Ontario Works are still being provided by phone, fax and email. If you would like to meet with your caseworker in person please contact them in advance to discuss. Due to physical distancing requirements, only one person/family is allowed into the office / reception area at a time. Please wear a face covering/ face mask and use the hand sanitizer provided before entering the office. Please call your nearest Bruce County office at the numbers below for any inquires or for more information.</p> </br> Walkerton: 519-881-0431</p> Kincardine: 519-396-2116</p> Port Elgin: 519-389-5580</p> Wiarton: 519-534-1286</h4>

The Income Support program is designed to assist Ontario families with financial assistance when faced with unemployment, being under employed or a health issue prevents employment. </p> </br> </h2>COVID-19 Announcement:</h2> </p> </br> </h4>Our offices are now open to the public, however, most services related to Ontario Works are still being provided by phone, fax and email. If you would like to meet with your caseworker in person please contact them in advance to discuss. Due to physical distancing requirements, only one person/family is allowed into the office / reception area at a time. Please wear a face covering/ face mask and use the hand sanitizer provided before entering the office. Please call your nearest Bruce County office at the numbers below for any inquires or for more information. </p> </br> Walkerton: 519-881-0431</p> Kincardine: 519-396-2116</p> Port Elgin: 519-389-5580</p> Wiarton: 519-534-1286</h4>

Bruce County Housing Corporation owns and manages over 600 social housing units across Bruce County. </p><br/> <h3>COVID-19 Announcement:</h3> </p> <h4> Our offices are now open to the public. Please note, due to physical distancing requirements, only one person/family is allowed into the office at a time. Please wear a mask and use the hand sanitizer provided before entering the office. We encourage you to continue to use the drop box and/or mail to submit documents and rent payment. We continue to provide services to all clients via phone, fax and email. Please call the Bruce County Housing Services office at 519-396-3450 for any inquiries or for more information. </h4> </p> <h4>Please Note: All playgrounds and play structures at County owned buildings have been reopened.<h4>

Find eligibility requirements, contact information and other details about the Bruce County Rent Supplement Program. </p><br/> <h3>COVID-19 Announcement:</h3> </p> <h4> Our offices are now open to the public. Please note, due to physical distancing requirements, only one person/family is allowed into the office at a time. Please wear a mask and use the hand sanitizer provided before entering the office. We encourage you to continue to use the drop box and/or mail to submit documents and rent payment. We continue to provide services to all clients via phone, fax and email. Please call the Bruce County Housing Services office at 519-396-3450 for any inquiries or for more information. </h4>

The Community Homelessness Prevention Initiative (CHPI) aims to prevent, address and reduce homelessness by improving access to adequate, suitable and affordable housing that is linked to flexible support services based on peoples’ needs. </p><br/> <h3>COVID-19 Announcement:</h3> </p> <h4> Our offices are now open to the public. Please note, due to physical distancing requirements, only one person/family is allowed into the office at a time. Please wear a mask and use the hand sanitizer provided before entering the office. We encourage you to continue to use the drop box and/or mail to submit documents and rent payment. We continue to provide services to all clients via phone, fax and email. Please call the Bruce County Housing Services office at 519-396-3450 for any inquiries or for more information. </h4>

Bruce County’s Early Learning Coordinator engages, mentors, and supports Educators in the Child Care and Early Learning Community. This capacity role supports the implementation of the annual Quality Scan Tool (QST) and the monthly Child Care Partner Support Team Meetings (CCPST). In collaboration with Children’s Service Team, the Early Learning Coordinator coordinates professional learning events and opportunities for the Early Learning Community within Bruce County. These opportunities assist Educators to align and enhance the quality of their program(s) and aids in building capacity within Bruce County.

The Bruce County Special Needs Resource Program provides service and support for children 0-12 years of age that reside in Bruce County and attend licensed child care settings, EarlyON programs, camps and children’s recreation programs.

Child Care Fee Subsidy provides financial assistance to eligible families for children in their care attending a Licensed Child Care Program or an Approved Bruce County Home Child Care Provider. </p><br/> <h3>COVID-19 Announcement:</h3> </p> <h4> Our offices are now open to the public. Please note, due to physical distancing requirements, only one person/family is allowed into the office at a time. Please wear a mask and use the hand sanitizer provided before entering the office. Alternatively, Child Care Caseworkers are still available to assist families by phone and email. Please feel free to contact us at 518-881-0431, toll free at 1-800-265-3005, or by email at childcare@brucecounty.on.ca for information and support.<h4>