The 211 on Social Services in Ontario is a collection of news snippets from Ontario’s community and social service organizations and the clients they serve.

As we celebrate National Social Work Month this March, it’s worth taking a moment to consider the work being done by social workers in our province.

It’s Family Literacy Day tomorrow, January 27, and I tend to forget how easy it is to take reading and writing for granted.

“We know that when 211 helps someone find a food bank, an employment centre, or an after school program, their lives are changed for the better.”

by Destiny Bedwell A recent survey by BMO found that only 10% of Canadians who have a disability or a family member who is disabled know about registered disability savings plans, according to a Toronto Sun article. Don’t know what help is out there? Call 2-1-1 or visit www.211ontario.ca to search for the right services designed for your particular needs. [...]

If your goals for 2011 include quitting smoking, gambling or drinking: dial 2-1-1…

by Destiny Bedwell Headlines this week are exclaiming household debt in Canada has surpassed the United States for the first time in 12 years, according to Statistics Canada. Tired of trying to manage your debt reduction strategy alone? There is caring and expert help in your community. Find credit counselling services and other support near you by calling 2-1-1 or [...]

211 is steaming ahead in 2011 to bring 211’s helpline to the rest of Ontario.