Community Support

York Region is known as a caring and safe community with an affluent population. The fact is, many living here struggle to keep up. York Region works with other levels of government and various partners to provide support to those in need. Assistance is available through programs for housing, health, childcare, eldercare and more.

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Find information on financial assistance
There are a number of programs available to help people meet their needs, including Ontario Works financial supports, child care and recreational subsidies, rent and utility assistance, and more.
Learn more about financial assistance
Find emergency housing
If you or someone you know is experiencing homelessness an emergency housing facility can provide temporary housing and wraparound supports.
Learn more about emergency housing
Get help paying for child care
York Region helps make child care more affordable for families with low and moderate income, by offering a Child Care Fee Subsidy.
Learn more about child care subsidy
Call York Region to find out about child care
Families in York Region who have questions about early learning and child care can call the toll-free KIDS Line.
Learn more about KIDS line

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