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Child Care Fee Subsidy

Child care fee subsidy is a financial assistance program that can help families with low and moderate incomes with the costs of licensed child care. Fee subsidy is available for children who are 12 years old or younger at CWELCC-enrolled licensed child care programs or CWELCC-enrolled licensed home providers in Ottawa. Based on eligibility, the subsidy may cover all, or part, of a family’s child care costs.
 
Before the City can determine child care fee subsidy eligibility, families must first apply for child care and secure a space at a CWELCC-enrolled child care program. Learn more about child care fee subsidy online at Apply for child care fee subsidy | City of Ottawa.
 
To qualify for subsidy, you must:
  • Live in Ottawa
  • Have a child who is 12 years old or younger
  • Meet the financial need for care
  • Have a reason for care
  • Be a Canadian Citizen, a permanent resident or hold eligible immigration, refugee or Indian status
 
Check your eligibility for a child care fee subsidy
 
Use the online calculator to see if you may qualify for a child care fee subsidy.
 
Please note: The calculator provides a basic estimate based on average costs. It does not guarantee eligibility or approval.