Closed
Last Update: April 29, 2026
Funding available
$ 8,250
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
The Ontario Child Care Tax Credit is a refundable personal income tax credit that helps families cover child care costs. Eligible families can claim up to 75% of eligible child care expenses for services such as child care centres, homes, and camps.
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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
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 8,250 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- 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
- Claiming child care expense tax relief.
Documents Needed
- Completed Schedule ON479-A.
- Child care expense receipts.
- Personal income tax return.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Families with children.
- Ontario residents.
Eligible expenses
- Fees for child care providers, day nurseries, child care centres, day camps, and sports schools.
- Fees for boarding schools, overnight sports schools, and camps with lodging.
- The child-care portion of fees charged by educational institutions.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Medical or hospital care costs.
- Clothing and transportation costs.
- Tuition and other education fees.
- Leisure or recreational activity fees.
- Child care provided by a parent or a person under 18 related by blood.
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Claim the credit when filing your personal income tax return.
- Submit the completed Schedule ON479-A with the return.
- Keep child care receipts in case they are requested later.
Additional information
- It is a refundable personal income tax credit.
- Claimed when filing a personal income tax return.
- Families should keep child care receipts.
- Schedule ON479-A must be completed and submitted.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Ontario Child Care Tax Credit Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Ontario Child Care Tax Credit. 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 Ontario Child Care Tax Credit?
The Ontario Child Care Tax Credit is a refundable personal income tax credit that helps families cover child care costs. Eligible families can claim up to 75% of eligible child care expenses for services such as child care centres, homes, and camps.
How much funding can be received?
Ontario Child Care Tax Credit Funds up to 75% of admissible expenses, capped at $8,250 per project.
Who is eligible for the Ontario Child Care Tax Credit program?
To be eligible for the Ontario Child Care Tax Credit program, you must:
Ontario resident at year-end.
Eligible for child care expense deduction.
Family income up to $150,000.
Who can I contact for more information about the Ontario Child Care Tax Credit?
You can contact City of Hamilton or by phone at 1-800-959-8281.
Where is the Ontario Child Care Tax Credit available?
The Ontario Child Care Tax Credit program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Ontario Child Care Tax Credit a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Ontario Child Care Tax Credit is a Tax Credits
Who are the financial supporters of the Ontario Child Care Tax Credit?
Ontario Child Care Tax Credit is funded by City of Hamilton