Toronto Armenian Community Centre Issues A Statement About Its Social Services And Government Financial Support


26 March 2020

Dear members of Armenian Community Centre of Toronto,

Our efforts to support those in need with essentials are already in motion and will continue throughout this critical time.  A friendly reminder that if you or someone you know is over 60, suffers from chronic illness, has disabilities, or is feeling unwell, and friends and family cannot assist in getting them the essentials they need (e.g. food, medication, supplies), please call (416) 491-2900 ext. 3202 Monday to Friday 7:00pm – 9:00pm or email helpline@acctoronto.ca for assistance.

ARS Social Services

If you require assistance with your application for Canada Employment Insurance or for all other related inquiries, please call the A.R.S. Social Services office at (416) 495-0644 or ARSSocialServices@gmail.com.

Government Financial Support

As promised in our previous communication, please find attached sources (20200325_COVID-19_GovernemntSupport) of financial support made available by the federal, provincial and municipal governments as per the latest announcements made on March 25th, 2020. We will continue to provide updates as new information is revealed in the coming weeks.

We have both an individual and collective responsibility to stop the spread of COVID-19. Thank you for continuing to practice physical distancing and doing your part to flatten the curve.

 

Together as a community, we will get through this.

Armenian Community Centre of Toronto