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Programs and Services Pathfinder

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This Pathfinder was developed to help people in remote and rural communities locate Government of Canada programs and services, through the Internet, toll-free telephone access and in person access centres across Canada.

This guide is a growing document, we welcome suggestions for additions. Please contact us at cris@agr.gc.ca


Access Points

Internet

The Canada Site is the primary Internet portal for information on the Government of Canada, its programs, services, new initiatives and products, and for information about Canada. Among its features are three audience-based gateways that provide access to information and services for: Canadians and Residents (Service Canada), Canada Business (Canada Business) and Non-Canadians (Canada International).

Internet : http://www.gc.ca/main_e.html

Toll-free Telephone

In addition to browsing the web site, you can call toll-free Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Canadian Eastern Standard Time. Service is provided in English and French.

Tel. : 1 800 O-Canada (1 800 622-6232)
TTY : 1 800 465-7735

In-person

For an in person service location near you, call :

Tel. : 1 800 O-Canada (1 800 622-6232)

or visit :

Internet : http://www1.servicecanada.gc.ca/en/gateways/
where_you_live/menu.shtml


Government of Canada Publications

Your reference for over 100,000 free and priced Government of Canada titles spanning two decades. You may order available titles online or obtain useful information on others.

Tel. : 1-800-635-7943
Internet : http://publications.gc.ca/control/publicHomePage?lang=English


Federal Programs for Individuals

Canada Benefits

Information about federal programs that involve payments to individuals can be found on the site. You can find information about:
government student loans,
the public pension plan,
employment insurance,
housing assistance and
payments or financial assistance to parents, immigrants, refugees, disabled individuals, veterans, athletes and artists.

Public Works and Government Services
Ottawa ON K1A 0S5
ATTN: Canada Site - Canada Benefits

Tel. : 1 800 622 6232
TTY : 1 800 465-7735
E-mail : canadabenefits@canada.gc.ca
Internet : http://www.canadabenefits.gc.ca/faechome.jsp?lang=en


Guide to Government of Canada Services for Seniors and their Families

This guide is to help seniors plan for retirement, stay healthy, live in safety and security, and be as active as possible. This guide can help you find out what's available and where to get more information.

Government of Canada Services for Seniors
c/o Public Works and Government Services Canada
Government Enquiry Centre
Ottawa, ON
K1A 0S5

Toll-Free :1 800 O-Canada (1 800 622-6232)
TTY : 1 800 465-7735
Fax: 1 800 269-6412
E-mail: guide@canada.gc.ca
Internet : http://www.communication.gc.ca/guides/seniors_aines/index_e.html


Federal Programs for Businesses

Canada Business

Canada Business provides a single access point to all the government services and information needed to start, run and grow a business.

Tel : 1-888-576-4444
E-Mail : e-mail
Internet : http://canadabusiness.gc.ca/gol/cbec/
site.nsf/en/index.html


Rural-centric Information on Programs

The Canadian Rural Information Service (CRIS)

Is a clearinghouse for information relevant to rural Canada. Subject areas include: rural renewal, community development, funding sources and opportunities for rural youth. CRIS serves rural residents, community organizations, rural businesses, rural practitioners, and government and educational institutions.

The Canadian Rural Information Service (CRIS)
Tower 7, 6th floor
1341 Baseline Road
Ottawa ON K1A 0C5

Internet : http://www.rural.gc.ca/cris/about_e.phtml
E-mail: cris@agr.gc.ca
Toll free telephone: 1-888-757-8725
Toll free fax: 1-800-884-9899


Rural and Remote Canada Online

Is a single window to knowledge, information, programs and services for and about rural and remote Canada. Rural and Remote Canada Online offers access to a wide range of rural-centric information including: Government of Canada programs and services, contacts to rural organizations and associations, success stories, online discussion, and research .

Rural and Remote Canada Online

Rural Secretariat
Tower 7, 6th floor
1341 Baseline Road
Ottawa ON K1A 0C5

Tel. : 1-888-757-8725
Fax: 1-800-884-9899
E-mail : rural-rurale@agr.gc.ca
Internet : http://www.rural-canada.ca/home.cfm?lang=eng


Rural Canadians' Guide to Programs and Services. Ottawa, 2005.

A directory of Government of Canada programs and services, put together especially for Canadians in rural and remote communities.

For a copy of the print version :

Departmental Publications Service
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Sir John Carling Building
930 Carling Avenue
Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0C5

Telephone: (613) 759-6610
Toll free: 1 800 O-Canada (1 800 622-6232)
TTY: 1 800 465-7735
Fax: (613) 759-6726
E-mail: publications@agr.gc.ca
Internet : http://www.rural.gc.ca/publications/guide_e.phtml


Date Modified: 2006-07-11 Important Notices