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Child Care Fee Subsidy Program
Supports reduced child care fees for eligible families
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- Funding available
- Varies by project
- Deadline
- Open continuously
- Location
- St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program helps families in St. Thomas and Elgin County reduce child care fees. It supports eligible child care placements for working, studying, self-employed, or financially needy parents, including some families with special-needs children.
At a glance
Funding available
Varies by project
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible candidates
- Location
- St. Thomas
- Ontario
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
- Canadians
- Legal structures
- Non-profit
Non-profit candidates
- Sector of operation
- Social Services, Income Support and Maintenance, Children and Youth Organizations
- Target groups
- Children & youth, People with disabilities, Low-income individuals / families
- Revenue structures
- Fee-for-service model
- Scope
- Local, Regional
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Families in St. Thomas and Elgin County
- Working parents
- Students and self-employed parents
Eligible expenses
- Child care fees for licensed child care programs
Eligible geographic areas
- St. Thomas
- Elgin County
Activities funded
- Use of licensed child care services through approved child care centres or home child care programs.
How to apply
- Step 1: Choose a licensed child care provider
- Select a child care centre or licensed home child care program in St. Thomas and Elgin County.
- Apply through the OneHSN website to secure a space.
- Step 2: Book a subsidy appointment
- Call the Child Care Subsidy office after securing a space.
- Speak with a Child Care Subsidy Coordinator to schedule an appointment.
- Step 3: Attend the intake appointment
- Meet with the coordinator to review your situation and eligibility.
- Bring the required documents to support your application.
- Step 4: Submit your application by phone intake
- Call the St. Thomas-Elgin Children’s Services Department Intake Line.
- Select Option 3: Apply for Assistance.
- Applicants are seen by appointment only.
Documents Needed
- Most recent Notice of Assessment
- Proof of address
- Birth certificate for parent and child
- Employment, school, or therapeutic verification
- Recent pay stubs and custody or separation documents, if applicable
Selection criteria
- Financial need.
- Parent employment, school attendance, or self-employment.
- Child care need during the parent’s work or study hours.
- Special needs or social assistance status may support eligibility.
Processing and Agreement
- Application is reviewed at an in-person appointment with a Child Care Subsidy Coordinator.
- Eligibility is assessed based on family circumstances and supporting documents.
- If you disagree with a decision, you may submit a written appeal.
- The appeal is reviewed and a decision is communicated to you.
Additional information
- Parents must choose a licensed child care program.
- Applicants are seen by appointment only.
- An appeal process is available if a decision is disputed.
- Subsidy eligibility may change when personal circumstances change.
Contacts
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Child Care Fee Subsidy Program Program
What is the Child Care Fee Subsidy Program?
This program helps families in St. Thomas and Elgin County reduce child care fees. It supports eligible child care placements for working, studying, self-employed, or financially needy parents, including some families with special-needs children.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Child Care Fee Subsidy Program program?
To be eligible for the Child Care Fee Subsidy Program program, you must:
Resident of St. Thomas and Elgin County
Legal status in Canada
Working, studying, or self-employed parent
What expenses are eligible under Child Care Fee Subsidy Program?
Child care fees for licensed child care programs
Who can I contact for more information about the Child Care Fee Subsidy Program?
You can contact City of St. Thomas by email at info@stthomas.ca or by phone at 519-631-9350.
Where is the Child Care Fee Subsidy Program available?
The Child Care Fee Subsidy Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Child Care Fee Subsidy Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Child Care Fee Subsidy Program is a Other Support