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Child Care Renovation Expansion Grant

Q: How much funding can be received?

Child Care Renovation Expansion Grant Funds up to $2,000,000 of admissible expenses.

Q: Who is eligible for the Child Care Renovation Expansion Grant program?

To be eligible for the Child Care Renovation Expansion Grant program, you must: Non-profit child care centres with land and space for expansion

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Child Care Renovation Expansion Grant?

You can contact Manitoba Early Learning and Child Care Program.

Q: Where is the Child Care Renovation Expansion Grant available?

The Child Care Renovation Expansion Grant program is available the province of Quebec.

Q: Is the Child Care Renovation Expansion Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Child Care Renovation Expansion Grant is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Child Care Renovation Expansion Grant?

Child Care Renovation Expansion Grant is funded by Manitoba Early Learning and Child Care Program

Last Update: February 4, 2026

QC, Canada

Supports child care centres to expand and improve their facilities with capital funding

Grant and Funding

Manitoba Early Learning and Child Care Program

Processing And Agreement

Other info

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Renovate your business/factory

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $

Timeline

Closing date : September 15, 2023

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

All industries

Location

Quebec

Legal structures

Non-profit

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

All groups

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

All industries

Target groups

All the groups

Revenue structures

All structures

Scope

All dimensions

Overview

This program provides capital funding to support the expansion and renovation of non-profit child care centres, enabling them to create additional infant and preschool spaces. The maximum funding available per project is 2 million dollars, aimed at increasing access to high-quality early childhood care.

Activities funded

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 1,500,000

Renovation project to expand infant and preschool spaces in existing centers

Documents Needed

Proof of land and building ownership or lease agreement, waitlist for child care spaces, three-year operating budget, signed Board minutes, information on land and building support services and maintenance.

Eligibility

Existing non-profit child care centres
Provide sufficient physical space and anticipated new child care spaces
Proof of land ownership or lease with landlord agreement
Up-to-date waitlist for child care spaces
Prepared three-year operating budget and signed approval from Board

Who is eligible?

Non-profit child care centres

Eligible expenses

Not specified in the provided information

Selection criteria

Project feasibility and readiness
Potential impact on community access to child care
Alignment with community needs and program goals
Capacity to complete the project within timelines

How to apply

Register your organization online or through the designated portal.Gather required documents including proof of land and a waitlist.Prepare a detailed project plan and three-year operating budget.Submit the completed application package before the deadline.Await approval and coordinate with program administrators for project initiation.

Processing and Agreement

Applications are reviewed to verify eligibility and project scope
Selected projects receive notification and are invited to formalize agreements
Funding agreements outline terms, conditions, and project timelines
Disbursement of funds is based on project milestones and compliance
Monitoring and progress reports are required during project implementation

Additional information

Applicants should begin preparations early to meet construction timelines, as work must start by March 31, 2024, with completion by 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Child Care Renovation Expansion Grant Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Child Care Renovation Expansion Grant. 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.