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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
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)