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Licensed Child Care Funding and Wage Enhancement – City of Peterborough
Funding for licensed child care wage support
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Peterborough, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program provides wage enhancement and related funding for licensed child care agencies in Peterborough. It supports wage increases, benefits, and operating stability for eligible child care staff and home child care providers.
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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
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Peterborough
- Ontario
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
- Wage enhancement for licensed child care staff
- Funding support for licensed home child care providers
- Operating support for licensed child care agencies
- Special needs resourcing support
- Small water systems support for rural child care centres
Documents Needed
- Completed online application
- Certificate of insurance
- Current child care licence
- Incorporation papers or business licence
- Budget package and policy documents
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Licensed child care centres
- Licensed home child care agencies
- Non-profit child care agencies
- For-profit child care agencies
Who is not eligible
- Camps
- Authorized recreation programs
Eligible expenses
- Staff wages and benefits
- Home child care provider payments
- Administrative costs related to the program
- Lease or mortgage costs
- Resources and supplies
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Reducing or offsetting parent fee increases
- Child care system expansion
- Non-child-care program expenses
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Peterborough
- County of Peterborough
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by City of Peterborough Children’s Services.
- A site visit may be scheduled before agreement approval.
- Approved applicants receive a legal agreement for signature.
- Funding is paid monthly to approved agencies.
- Agencies must complete annual reconciliation and reporting.
Additional information
- Agencies must keep records available for City review.
- Funding not used as intended must be returned.
- Multi-site agencies complete reconciliation for each site.
- New agencies can apply once licensed and approved.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Licensed Child Care Funding and Wage Enhancement – City of Peterborough Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Licensed Child Care Funding and Wage Enhancement – City of Peterborough. 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 Licensed Child Care Funding and Wage Enhancement – City of Peterborough?
This program provides wage enhancement and related funding for licensed child care agencies in Peterborough. It supports wage increases, benefits, and operating stability for eligible child care staff and home child care providers.
Who is eligible for the Licensed Child Care Funding and Wage Enhancement – City of Peterborough program?
To be eligible for the Licensed Child Care Funding and Wage Enhancement – City of Peterborough program, you must:
Licensed child care agency
Eligible staff or providers
Peterborough service area
What expenses are eligible under Licensed Child Care Funding and Wage Enhancement – City of Peterborough?
Wage enhancement for licensed child care staff
Funding support for licensed home child care providers
Operating support for licensed child care agencies
Special needs resourcing support
Small water systems support for rural child care centres
Who can I contact for more information about the Licensed Child Care Funding and Wage Enhancement – City of Peterborough?
You can contact City of Peterborough by email at cking@peterborough.ca or by phone at 416-325-0656.
Where is the Licensed Child Care Funding and Wage Enhancement – City of Peterborough available?
The Licensed Child Care Funding and Wage Enhancement – City of Peterborough program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Licensed Child Care Funding and Wage Enhancement – City of Peterborough a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Licensed Child Care Funding and Wage Enhancement – City of Peterborough is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Licensed Child Care Funding and Wage Enhancement – City of Peterborough?
Licensed Child Care Funding and Wage Enhancement – City of Peterborough is funded by City of Peterborough