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2022–2026 Canada Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) Directed Growth Strategy – Leeds and Grenville
Funding for new licensed child care spaces
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports the creation and operation of new CWELCC child care spaces in Leeds and Grenville, with a total of 637 supported spaces. It funds licensed child care expansion, start-up needs, and ongoing operational support for approved operators.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Creation of new licensed child care spaces.
- Operation of CWELCC-supported child care programs.
- Expansion of community-based, licensed home, and school-based child care capacity.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit child care operators
- For-profit child care operators
Eligible expenses
- Ongoing operational costs related to approved CWELCC spaces.
- Start-up costs for community-based child care locations.
- Play-based toys and equipment, office furniture, appliances, and technology.
- Land, building, and major renovation costs for non-profit operators.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Renovation or capital costs for child care spaces in school board-owned property.
Eligible geographic areas
- Leeds and Grenville, Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Submissions are reviewed by County staff.
- Applications are assessed for alignment with the Directed Growth Strategy.
- Operator capacity to complete the project within timelines is considered.
- Funding availability is part of the approval decision.
- Approved operators must enter into or already hold a Service Agreement with the Counties.
Additional information
- Approved operators must maintain enrollment in CWELCC.
- Operators are expected to align with the Leeds and Grenville Child Care and Early Years Service Plan.
- Programs and spaces should reflect local assets and regional identity.
- Spaces and programming must support inclusion, accessibility, and equity.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the 2022–2026 Canada Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) Directed Growth Strategy – Leeds and Grenville Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the 2022–2026 Canada Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) Directed Growth Strategy – Leeds and Grenville. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the 2022–2026 Canada Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) Directed Growth Strategy – Leeds and Grenville?
This program supports the creation and operation of new CWELCC child care spaces in Leeds and Grenville, with a total of 637 supported spaces. It funds licensed child care expansion, start-up needs, and ongoing operational support for approved operators.
Who is eligible for the 2022–2026 Canada Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) Directed Growth Strategy – Leeds and Grenville program?
To be eligible for the 2022–2026 Canada Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) Directed Growth Strategy – Leeds and Grenville program, you must:
Approved child care operators
Project aligned with local strategy
Ability to meet timelines
What expenses are eligible under 2022–2026 Canada Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) Directed Growth Strategy – Leeds and Grenville?
Creation of new licensed child care spaces.
Operation of CWELCC-supported child care programs.
Expansion of community-based, licensed home, and school-based child care capacity.
Who can I contact for more information about the 2022–2026 Canada Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) Directed Growth Strategy – Leeds and Grenville?
You can contact United Counties of Leeds and Grenville (UCLG) by email at childrensservices@uclg.on.ca.
Where is the 2022–2026 Canada Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) Directed Growth Strategy – Leeds and Grenville available?
The 2022–2026 Canada Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) Directed Growth Strategy – Leeds and Grenville program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the 2022–2026 Canada Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) Directed Growth Strategy – Leeds and Grenville a grant, loan, or tax credit?
2022–2026 Canada Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) Directed Growth Strategy – Leeds and Grenville is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the 2022–2026 Canada Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) Directed Growth Strategy – Leeds and Grenville?
2022–2026 Canada Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) Directed Growth Strategy – Leeds and Grenville is funded by United Counties of Leeds and Grenville (UCLG)