The Regional Municipality of Durham's Child Care Fee Subsidy Program helps families, who live in the Durham Region, pay for licensed child care.
To qualify for child care subsidy, you must live in Durham Region and meet one of the following approved activities:
- Be working.
- Be going to school.
- Have a special or social need (parent or child).
- Receive Ontario Works (with a referral from your Ontario Works worker).
There are also financial criteria that must be met.
Child care fee subsidy calculator
To estimate how much you will have to pay for licensed child care, try our Fee Subsidy Calculator.
How do I get child care fee subsidy?
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The wait list works on a first-come, first-served basis. Once your form has been accepted, the following steps will take place:
To receive child care subsidy, you will need:
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| Child care options and directory |
Child care options are the parent's choice.Our office has agreements with:
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| How to keep your subsidy |
Every year we review your application to keep your subsidy going.You must tell us if there have been any changes in your life. Please let us know if:
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