Social Assistance Rates Increase

Thursday, September 29, 2016

Ontario is increasing social assistance rates for people receiving support from Ontario Works and the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP). 

This fall, new rate increases come into effect, including an additional:

  • $25 per month for single adults receiving Ontario Works
  • 1.5 per cent for families receiving Ontario Works
  • 1.5 per cent for individuals with disabilities who receive ODSP
  • 1.5 per cent for parents receiving income through the Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities program

You can learn more about the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) and Ontario Works on Settlement.Org.