Connecting Families
Site: Ottawa - Mailing Address
Service: Internet Access for Low Income Families
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Record #:
BTN0044
Last Full Update:
09 Apr 2024
Contact Information
| Toll Free Phone | 1-800-328-6189 |
| TTY Phone | 1-866-694-8389 |
| Website | connecting-families.ca |
Agency Information
| Description (Agency) | Initiative of the Government of Canada, in partnership with Internet Service Providers (ISPs), helps eligible people get home low-cost Internet services
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| Legal Status | (40) Federal Government |
| Established | 2018 |
| Funding | Participating Internet Service Providers (ISPs) cover the costs of the discounted plans |
Description and Service Details
| Description (Service) | Offers plans to help bridge the digital divide for Canadians who struggle to afford access to home Internet
For more information, see Government of Canada website here |
| Hours | Hours not specified |
| Areas Served | Canada ; Ontario |
| Eligibility | Families that receive the maximum amount of Canada Child Benefit (CCB) and seniors that are receiving the maximum amount of Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS)
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| Application | Eligible Canadians will receive a letter from the Government of Canada or Service Canada with an access code in order to sign up through a secure online portal
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| Languages | English ; French |
| Fees | Service - for Internet |
Site Information
| Located In Community | Ottawa |
| Address & Map | Ottawa, ON |
| Mailing Address | c/o Connected Canada Branch C.D. Howe Building 235 Queen St, 1st Flr, West Tower Ottawa, ON K1A 0H5 |
| Physical Access | Not Applicable - mailing address |
Categories and Classification
| HCSD Main Heading | Community Programs ; Income Programs |
| HCSD Sub Heading | Assistance Programs ; Computer and Internet Access |
| Service Categories | Computer Distribution Programs ; Online Connection Services ; Utility Assistance |
