Ontario Community and Social Services

June is National Indigenous History Month.

This month we recognize the contributions that Indigenous people have made to Canada and Ontario.

To learn more and explore sites connected to Ontario’s Indigenous history, visit: https://www.destinationontario.com/en-ca/articles/indigenous-history-and-heritage-ontario

June 3 is Red Shirt Day of Action for Accessibility.

Today we wear red in workplaces and schools to recognize the achievements of people with disabilities and show our support for them and their families.

To learn more, please visit: https://redshirtday.org/

June marks National Deafblind Awareness Month.

It’s an opportunity to celebrate the contributions of people who are deafblind and to reflect on how we can create more inclusive and accessible spaces for all.

Learn more: https://deafblindservices.ca/DeafblindAwarenessMonth

You can make a real difference in a young person’s life.

Youth Services Officers help guide young people involved with the justice system toward better choices and brighter futures.

Learn how to apply and start your career in youth justice:
https://www.ontario.ca/page/become-youth-services-officer

National AccessAbility Week is May 31 to June 6, 2026.

This week we recognize the contributions of people with disabilities and the progress made toward accessibility and inclusion. Let’s continue to remove barriers -together.

For resources, visit: https://www.rickhansen.com/NAAW

If you are a social assistance recipient, you may be eligible for financial assistance for eyeglasses and eyeglass repairs.

Ontario Works clients please visit: www.ontario.ca/page/ontario-works-health-related-benefits -3

Ontario Disability Support Program clients please visit: www.ontario.ca/page/ontario-disability-support-program-health-and-disability-benefits

Are you a Veteran, or a family member of an Ontario Veteran facing financial hardship?

The Soldiers’ Aid Commission offers up to $3,000 in financial assistance over 12 months for eligible families.

Check if you qualify: ontario.ca/SoldiersAid

Veterans Affairs Canada

Strong communicator. Calm under pressure. Passionate about helping youth.

A career as a Youth Services Officer could be for you.

Learn about the role, requirements and recruitment process: https://www.ontario.ca/page/become-youth-services-officer

211 is a helpline that easily connects people to the social services, programs and community supports they need. From community programs to family services – call 2-1-1 anywhere in Ontario to find resources for you and your family.

Visit: 211ontario.ca