Support and assistance

Child care and early years settings during COVID-19 in Ontario, back to school and/or learning at home and EarlyON child programs and resources in Ottawa.

Information about financial assistance including Ontario Works and emergency assistance, and how to apply for provincial and federal help.

Information and fact sheets on food banks, grocery supports, and meal delivery, who to call for help, mental health, community gardens, and more.

Information about outreach, isolation and physical distancing centres, shower and washroom facilities, and more.

Information about food, transportation and mental health supports, updates and FAQs for long-term care homes, and more.

Information about our community partners, contact info, what to donate, how to volunteer, and more.

The City will provide rental adjustments or any businesses that rent space within a City facility that has closed in response to the COVID-19 Pandemic. The adjustment will reflect the amount of time these facilities remain closed.

It’s OK to NOT be Ok. Please know that help is available, and we encourage you to reach out to Distress Centre of Ottawa to connect with someone at 613-238-3311.