The City of Cornwall administers the Ontario Works benefit payment system for all residents of Stormont, Dundas, and Glengarry Counties. The ongoing Canada Post strike is affecting how those payments and other benefits are delivered.
The Department of Human Services has provided the following updates for the distribution of monthly cheques, Direct Bank Deposit (DBD), and Reloadable Payment Card (RPC) statements.
Pick-Up Dates and Location:
• Cornwall Ontario Works Main Office (340 Pitt St, 4th floor)
Dates:
• Friday, December 27, 2024
• Monday, December 30, 2024
Times:
• 8:30 am to 11:45 am and 1:15 pm to 4:15 pm
Landlords and third parties, you can also pick up payments during these hours. Third parties can sign up for Direct Bank Deposit (DBD) by contacting the Social Assistance Central Services Branch at 1-844-809-2496 or by email at [email protected]. After these dates, please contact your Case Manager to make arrangements for picking up your cheques, DBD, or RPC statements. Don’t forget to bring your ID!
Contact Information:
• Drop-off or Email Information: [email protected] or reach out directly to your Case Manager
• Sign up for Direct Bank Deposit (DBD) or a Reloadable Payment Card to avoid future disruptions. Contact your Ontario Works Case Manager for assistance.
• Consider signing up for MyBenefits to receive paperless communications. You can register at Ontario.ca/MyBenefits.
For more information, call 1-888-999-6130. If you have any questions, please contact the office.
