District of Muskoka, Specialized Transportation Fund, Bracebridge

District of Muskoka

Service: Specialized Transportation Fund, Bracebridge - Pine St

Record #: MUS0209

Last Modified: 05 Mar 2024

Last Full Update: 31 Oct 2023

Description

Description (Service)

Provides assistance for people who may need financial support for transportation and who do not have access to other public or agency-provided transportation services.

There are no restrictions on what kind of trips can be take, however there is a $2000 per year maximum.

Service Details

Hours	Office: Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Areas Served	Muskoka District
Eligibility	To qualify for the STF, residents must show that they: Have a financial need Registered recipients of Social Assistance, either on Ontario Works or Ontario Disability Support Program, will qualify if they need to take a trip that is not covered by financial supports provided through these programs. Residents who are not currently on Social Assistance but can demonstrate they meet the Federal Government's Low Income Measure will also qualify; and DO NOT live in an area served by public transportation or that the existing public transportation does not meet their needs; and Have explored accessing other community-based transportation agencies, such as Red Cross, Helping Hands, and/or Muskoka Seniors, and are either ineligible or need financial assistance with the fees; and DO NOT have regular access to a vehicle.
Application	First complete the Application Form to be enrolled Once approved, a Trip Application Form will need to be completed for each trip the individual wishes to take. The Trip Application Form needs to be completed a minimum of three weeks in advance, to ensure enough time to process application. Funds can be reimbursed for trips already taken. Funds can also be provided in advance. Receipts must be kept for all trips.
Languages	English
Fees	None

Address and Location

Located In Community	Bracebridge
Address & Map	District Administration Building, 70 Pine St Bracebridge, ON Canada P1L 1N3
Intersection	Pine St and Sander Dr
Physical Access	Fully Accessible

Contact Information

Office Phone	705-645-2100 ext 4419 ; 705-645-2100, Automated phone system
Toll Free Phone	1-800-461-4210, 705 area code only
E-Mail	sydney.piatkowski@muskoka.on.ca
Website	https://www.muskoka.on.ca/en/community-services-and-support/specialized-transportation-fund.aspx
Primary Contact	Sydney Piatkowski, Transportation Network Coordinator; Phone: 705-645-2100 ext 4419
Mailing Address	District Administration Building, 70 Pine St Bracebridge, ON Canada P1L 1N3