SBT

Important Notice

March 1, 2024

On July 1, 2024, Tribunals Ontario’s Hearing Audio Recordings Policy will take effect. Please see our operational update for more details.

About the SBT


The Social Benefits Tribunal hears appeals from people who have either been refused social assistance or who receive social assistance but disagree with a decision that affects:

  • their eligibility for assistance
  • the amount of assistance they receive
  • the benefits they receive

The Social Benefits Tribunal (SBT) is established under Part IV of the Ontario Works Act, 1997. Appeals are heard under that act and the Ontario Disability Support Program Act, 1997.

The SBT is one of the 13 tribunals that make up Tribunals Ontario.