To further develop a District service environment that is responsive to community needs and which values the individuality of its residents.
We will achieve this by:
Please call:
Timmins: 705-268-7722
Cochrane: 705-272-4214
Hearst: 705-362-5663
Iroquois Falls: 705-232-4095
Kapuskasing: 705-335-3435
Matheson: 705-273-2334
Moosonee: 705-336-2984
If you do not have a phone, please see reception.
Since we first learned of COVID-19 as an emerging public health issue, the Cochrane District Services Board (CDSB) has been diligently monitoring the developing situation to protect the health and well-being of all employees, service providers, and clients. Given the latest announcement from Premier Doug Ford on the state of emergency, we are providing you with further action.
We recognize the significant impact this decision has made on clients, service providers, children, families, as well as the broader community. We are committed to continuing to work with you to support our clients and their families and keep everyone safe
Decisions regarding services reflect current knowledge and available information and will be reviewed and updated on a regular basis to ensure our services remain aligned with national, provincial and local developments and reflect current knowledge on COVID-19. Discretion may be required in the implementation of our service plan depending on changing circumstances.
The CDSB’s goal of this pandemic response is to prevent infection transmission and minimize serious illness while continuing to serve those who need our services: Ontario Works, Housing Services, Childcare Services, and Emergency Medical Services.
We understand there is much anxiety and questions related to the recent provincial directive issued in response to containing COVID-19 as it relates to closures. We would like to reiterate that the CDSB will accommodate and support our clients, tenants, and patients to the fullest extent. The CDSSAB confirms that during this period we will:
Thank you for your patience and understanding. Together we can ensure the health and well-being of the people we serve.
If you have any questions or concerns, please forward them to Webinquries@cdsb.care
To apply for any of our services please call 705-268-7722.
The CDSB currently has a service agreement with 23 agencies that provide a variety of services within the District, including licensed child care, private home child care, special needs resourcing, before and after school recreation programs, and family resource centre programs. In addition, the CDSB directly operates the Northern Treasures Licenced Home Child Care program.