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Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP)
Support for young parents to study and work
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 500
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports young parents who have not finished high school to continue their studies, gain work experience, and strengthen parenting skills. Eligible participants may receive supports for participation costs and a $500 bursary upon successful completion of the program.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
- Improve governance or administrative structure
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Continuing education toward a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Work experience and employment preparation activities.
- Parenting and child development activities.
Documents Needed
- Individual Service Plan
- Appointment of Trustee form, for participants under 18
- Written acknowledgement of bursary receipt
- Written undertaking to use the bursary for the specified purpose
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Parents aged 16 to 17 who have not completed high school and are Ontario Works participants or part of a benefit unit receiving Ontario Works financial assistance.
- Parents aged 18 to 25 who have not completed high school and are Ontario Works participants or part of a benefit unit receiving Ontario Works financial assistance.
- Parents aged 16 to 25 who receive Ontario Works financial assistance only for their child(ren).
Eligible expenses
- Child care.
- Transportation.
- School supplies and school clothing.
- Educational trips and graduation fees.
- Tutoring, counseling, and recreational activities.
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Participants are assigned an Individual Service Plan that sets out their LEAP activities.
- Staff monitor progress through frequent contact, usually monthly or more often if needed.
- Participants who complete the requirements receive the bursary and must provide written acknowledgement and a written undertaking.
- Participants nearing graduation develop a transition plan for education or employment.
Additional information
- A written acknowledgement of receipt is required for the bursary.
- A written undertaking must confirm the bursary will be used for the specified purpose.
- Participants under 18 require a trustee.
- The ISP is an addendum to the Participation Agreement.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP). 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 Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP)?
This program supports young parents who have not finished high school to continue their studies, gain work experience, and strengthen parenting skills. Eligible participants may receive supports for participation costs and a $500 bursary upon successful completion of the program.
How much funding can be received?
Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) Funds up to $500 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) program?
To be eligible for the Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) program, you must:
Parents aged 16 to 25.
High school not completed.
Must stay on track to graduate.
What expenses are eligible under Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP)?
Continuing education toward a high school diploma or equivalent.
Work experience and employment preparation activities.
Parenting and child development activities.
Who can I contact for more information about the Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP)?
You can contact Government of Ontario by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) available?
The Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Learning, Earning and Parenting (LEAP) is a Other Support