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Expanded Early Learning and Child Care Access Program
Support for expanding licensed child care access in PEI
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 10,000
Timeline
- Closing date : February 9, 2018
Location
Prince Edward Island
Overview
This program supports the expansion of licensed early learning and child care spaces in Prince Edward Island. It funds new spaces, alternate hours, innovation projects, and capital improvements to improve access for children and families.
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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
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Timeline
- Closing date : February 9, 2018
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Prince Edward Island
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
- Creating new infant and preschool spaces
- Extending child care operating hours
- Innovative projects to increase access to licensed child care
- Capital expansion, renovation, or equipment purchases for new spaces
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Floor plan of the facility
- Staffing model and recruitment plan
- Proof or estimate of equipment or capital costs
- Supporting information on community demand and project rationale
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Designated Early Years Centres
- Licensed Early Childhood Centres
- Licensed Early Years Centres
- Licensed Preschool Centres
- Licensed Family Home Centres
Eligible expenses
- Wages and wage-related costs for extended hours
- Additional meals for children during extended hours
- Project administration and coordination costs
- Capital improvements such as expansion, renovation, or modification
- Equipment purchases such as cribs or change tables
Eligible geographic areas
- Prince Edward Island
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by the program after submission
- Site visits may be conducted
- Applications are assessed against mandatory and weighted criteria
- Approval is recommended by the review committee
Additional information
- Projects may be subject to evaluation activities, including data collection.
- Some approvals for added spaces depend on later regulatory finalization.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Expanded Early Learning and Child Care Access Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Expanded Early Learning and Child Care Access Program. 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 Expanded Early Learning and Child Care Access Program?
This program supports the expansion of licensed early learning and child care spaces in Prince Edward Island. It funds new spaces, alternate hours, innovation projects, and capital improvements to improve access for children and families.
How much funding can be received?
Expanded Early Learning and Child Care Access Program Funds up to $10,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Expanded Early Learning and Child Care Access Program program?
To be eligible for the Expanded Early Learning and Child Care Access Program program, you must:
Project must expand licensed child care access
Applicant must fit a program stream
Project must meet licensing rules
What expenses are eligible under Expanded Early Learning and Child Care Access Program?
Creating new infant and preschool spaces
Extending child care operating hours
Innovative projects to increase access to licensed child care
Capital expansion, renovation, or equipment purchases for new spaces
Who can I contact for more information about the Expanded Early Learning and Child Care Access Program?
You can contact Government of Prince Edward Island (PEI) by email at asarsenault@edu.pe.ca or by phone at 902-438-4880.
Where is the Expanded Early Learning and Child Care Access Program available?
The Expanded Early Learning and Child Care Access Program program is available the province of Prince Edward Island.
Is the Expanded Early Learning and Child Care Access Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Expanded Early Learning and Child Care Access Program is a Grant and Funding