Contact North offers student support for online college, university, indigenous institute and school board classes from across the province. This allows students living in rural and remote areas to access education. You can participate in classes using web conferencing and receive full technical support through Contact North.
Social Services
The Town of Shelburne works to build a community where everyone can live comfortably and find the support that they need. If you are looking for social assistance and support, take advantage of the social services in Shelburne and the surrounding area.
The following social services are offered within our area (Dufferin County):
- Crisis and abuse lines and shelters
- Emergency housing
- Family support
- Financial supports and legal supports
- Indigenous services
- Mental health
- Shepherds Cupboard Foodbank
- Special and complex needs support
- Transportation services
Shelburne Employment Resource Hub
The Shelburne Employment Resource Hub is located in the Mel Lloyd Centre at 167 Centre St. and is open Monday to Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Employment Resource Hub provides:
- Computers, photocopiers and fax machines that you can use
- Internet access
- Career search support
- Resume and cover letter writing support
For more information about the services provided by the Shelburne Employment Resource Centre, call 519-941-6991 ext. 5711.
Employment services
Georgian Career and Employment Community Services can help you in your Career search by providing:
- Interview preparation
- Career postings
- Career search support for immigrants
- Resume and cover letter development
- Workshops and events
Education and training
Consider upgrading your education and skills to help with your Career search. The following programs are available in Shelburne:
Upper Grand District School Board Skills Upgrading program
The Upper Grand District School Board offers a Skills Upgrading program that allows you to build your skills in reading, writing and computers. This can open up future education and employment opportunities.
Food bank
The Shepherds Cupboard Food Bank provides emergency food services. Based in the Mel Lloyd Centre at 167 Centre St. the food bank is open on Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and Thursday from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
In order to access our services, you must sign a consent form and complete a checklist to make sure you are eligible for assistance.
Government of Canada social services
The Government of Canada social services provides assistance to those in need. See if you qualify for any of the following financial benefits:
Contact Us
Administrative Office
203 Main Street East
Shelburne, ON L9V 3K7
Email: info@shelburne.ca
Phone: 519-925-2600
Fax: 519 -925-6134
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