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Child Care Subsidy
Support for eligible child care costs
Last Update: May 1, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Overview
The program helps eligible Manitoba families reduce child care costs for children aged 12 weeks to 12 years. It supports licensed child care, pre-kindergarten, and family/group home care, with subsidies based on family circumstances and approved care needs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Winnipeg
- Manitoba
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Licensed child care for children ages 12 weeks to 12 years.
- Part-time child care attendance.
- Pre-kindergarten child care support.
Documents Needed
- Proof of income documents for all income sources.
- Recent pay stubs for employees.
- Income tax return or CRA proof of income for self-employed applicants.
- Name of the licensed child care facility.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Families with children aged 12 weeks to 12 years.
- Applicants using licensed child care centres.
- Applicants using licensed family or group child care homes.
- Families seeking support for pre-kindergarten care.
Who is not eligible
- Families using unlicensed child care facilities.
- Families whose licensed provider does not accept subsidy recipients.
Eligible expenses
- Daily child care fees charged by licensed child care providers.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Unsubsidized daily fees charged by the provider.
- Care in facilities that are not licensed by Manitoba.
- Costs beyond the approved attendance days when absence limits are exceeded.
Eligible geographic areas
- Manitoba
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed and assessed after submission.
- Processing can take up to 6 to 8 weeks.
- Applicants are notified by email or mail.
- Approval details are provided in an approval letter.
Additional information
- An eligibility estimator is available before applying.
- Approved periods can last from 6 months to 1 year.
- Families may need to reapply before approval expires.
- Applicants can apply online or by mailed paper form.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Child Care Subsidy Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Child Care Subsidy. 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 Child Care Subsidy?
The program helps eligible Manitoba families reduce child care costs for children aged 12 weeks to 12 years. It supports licensed child care, pre-kindergarten, and family/group home care, with subsidies based on family circumstances and approved care needs.
Who is eligible for the Child Care Subsidy program?
To be eligible for the Child Care Subsidy program, you must:
Family must have a valid child care need.
Child must attend licensed care.
Household income is assessed.
What expenses are eligible under Child Care Subsidy?
Licensed child care for children ages 12 weeks to 12 years.
Part-time child care attendance.
Pre-kindergarten child care support.
Who can I contact for more information about the Child Care Subsidy?
You can contact Government of Manitoba by email at cdcsubsidy@gov.mb.ca or by phone at 204 945-8195.
Where is the Child Care Subsidy available?
The Child Care Subsidy program is available the province of Manitoba.
Is the Child Care Subsidy a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Child Care Subsidy is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Child Care Subsidy?
Child Care Subsidy is funded by Government of Manitoba, Manitoba Ministry of Sport, Culture, and Heritage