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Child care fee subsidy helps families with the cost of child care. Fee subsidy is available on a first-come, first-served basis and there is a waiting list so apply as early as possible.
Do you qualify?
To qualify for a child care fee subsidy you must meet the following 5 conditions:
  1. You must live in Toronto or be an employee of the City of Toronto.
  2. You must be the parent or guardian of a child under the age of 10 years.
  3. You must be employed, in school or in an approved training program. Even if you are not yet employed or in school, you may still apply to get on the waiting list. If you or your child has a special need, you may also qualify - learn more.
  4. You must be looking to place your child in care at a licensed program in Toronto that has a fee subsidy contract. Our child care finder can help you locate a program. A parent's guide to licensed child care can help you to choose a program best suited to you and your child. Note: for some child care programs, you may have to pay a registration fee and/or a deposit.
  5. You must be in financial need. Financial need is determined through an income test using either:
    1. your Family Income from the Child Tax Benefit Statement, if you receive the Universal Child Care Benefit
    2. your Net Income (line 236) on the Income Tax Notice Assessment/Notice of Reassessment.
Note: if you are a new immigrant or a new resident to Canada, you can apply before you have to file your first tax return.

Fee Calculator
Use the fee calculator to estimate how much you will pay for child care.
Important: If you have arranged your own child care and your child is currently in a child care program, you are responsible for paying the full cost of care until subsidy is approved by Children's Services. Subsidy cannot be backdated.
Apply by phone ~ 416-392-KIDS(5437)
If you meet the above requirements and would like to apply, please call our KIDSLINE at 416-392-KIDS. Our staff will ask you a few questions to verify you are eligible and then we will put your name on the first-come, first-served waiting list and you will be given an identification number.

Fee subsidies are provided on a first-come, first-served basis. When your name reaches the top of the waiting list, you will be called to attend a meeting to assess your eligibility and determine the fee.
Keep your contact information up to date
It is important to make sure all your contact information is correct and up to date. It is up to you to keep your information current. Call the KIDSLINE at 416-392-KIDS when your information changes.

 
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