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City Grant Program - Child Care Grants
Funding for child care facilities and development
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : October 15, 2025
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
The City of Richmond supports child care through capital grants and professional and program development funding. The program helps improve licensed child care facilities, equipment, programming, and professional development opportunities in Richmond.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop workforce skills
- Renovate or expand facilities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Closing date : October 15, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Other Education
- Social Services
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Low-income individuals / families
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Municipal
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Acquisition or upgrade of physical assets in licensed child care facilities.
- Professional and program development initiatives for the broader child care community in Richmond.
- Training and workshop activities that enhance child care service delivery.
Documents Needed
- Certificate of Incorporation
- Society Constitution and Bylaws
- Board and officer contact list
- Most recent Annual General Meeting minutes
- Financial statements or audited statement
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Non-profit child care providers delivering licensed child care in Richmond.
- Non-profit societies supporting child care services in Richmond.
- Non-profit organizations offering professional development for the broader child care community.
Who is not eligible
- For-profit businesses.
- Political parties or political organizations.
- Applicants seeking funding for individual staff course or workshop registration.
Eligible expenses
- Capital expenses for licensed child care facilities, including equipment, furnishings, building renovations, and playground improvements.
- Professional and program development expenses such as training and workshops that benefit the broader child care community.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Political activities, including promoting a political party or lobbying for a political cause.
- Programs or services delivered in partnership with political parties or political organizations.
- Individual staff course or workshop registration under the professional and program development grant.
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Richmond
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first reviewed by City staff for eligibility and completeness.
- The Child Care Development Advisory Committee reviews the applications and makes recommendations to City Council.
- City Council makes the final decision on approval.
- There is no appeal process after a decision.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed annually by the City of Richmond.
- Funding is subject to available city reserve funds.
- Applicants with previous grants must submit a Grant Use Report before a new application is considered.
- Selected recipients must mention the grant in newsletters or related publicity.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the City Grant Program - Child Care Grants Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the City Grant Program - Child Care Grants. 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 City Grant Program - Child Care Grants?
The City of Richmond supports child care through capital grants and professional and program development funding. The program helps improve licensed child care facilities, equipment, programming, and professional development opportunities in Richmond.
Who is eligible for the City Grant Program - Child Care Grants program?
To be eligible for the City Grant Program - Child Care Grants program, you must:
Non-profit society
Child care service or support
Project in Richmond
What expenses are eligible under City Grant Program - Child Care Grants?
Acquisition or upgrade of physical assets in licensed child care facilities.
Professional and program development initiatives for the broader child care community in Richmond.
Training and workshop activities that enhance child care service delivery.
Who can I contact for more information about the City Grant Program - Child Care Grants?
You can contact Manitoba Early Learning and Child Care Program (MEECL) by email at cduggan@richmond.ca or by phone at 604-204-8621.
Where is the City Grant Program - Child Care Grants available?
The City Grant Program - Child Care Grants program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the City Grant Program - Child Care Grants a grant, loan, or tax credit?
City Grant Program - Child Care Grants is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the City Grant Program - Child Care Grants?
City Grant Program - Child Care Grants is funded by Manitoba Early Learning and Child Care Program (MEECL)