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Are you eligible to receive child care fee subsidy?
York Region helps make child care more affordable for families with low and moderate income.
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This is a first-come-first-served program. Priority is given to:
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Families with a net income of $36,000 or less
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Families who may be experiencing exceptional circumstances
Eligibility is determined using a provincial income test and the following criteria.
Families (single or two parents/caregivers must:
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Live in York Region
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Be legally entitled to seek employment or attend school in Canada
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Have children that are 12 years old or younger
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Have an assessed financial need (determined at intake)
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File their Income Tax Return every year
To be eligible, families must also be unable to care for their children during the day because they are either:
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Employed
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Enrolled in an educational or training program
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In a situation where there is a major risk to the health, safety or well-being of a family member
For more information on how to apply, contact the KIDS Line at
1-888-703-5437 and/or visit www.york.ca/children
WHO'S ELIGIBLE?
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