Community and Social Services

Ontario Works

Ontario Works provides financial and employment assistance to people in need.

Financial and Employment Assistance

Residents of Haliburton County in need of employment and financial assistance can get help from the City of Kawartha Lakes Social Services division by visiting their office at 49 Maple Avenue, Unit 8 in Haliburton or by calling 705-457-4571 or 1-877-324-9870 (toll free). They are open Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

For more information about the programs offered, please visit the City of Kawartha Lakes Social Services website.

The City of Kawartha Lakes Children's Services division is committed to providing and promoting licensed child care services that enhance opportunities for early childhood development within Kawartha Lakes and the County of Haliburton.

For more information about day care, early learning, and child care subsidy programs, please visit the City of Kawartha Lakes Children's Services website.

The City of Kawartha Lakes offer housing and homelessness supports and services for residents of Haliburton County, including information on community housing, homeowner assistance, and assistance for renters.

For more information about the services provided, please visit the City of Kawartha Lakes Housing website.

The County of Haliburton has a number of transportation options available, to service a variety of needs. Many programs in the community can work with you to overcome transportation barriers.