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Pregnancy and breast-feeding nutritional allowance
Monthly nutritional support for pregnant and breastfeeding women
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 40 - $ 50
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This allowance provides monthly nutritional support for pregnant and breastfeeding women receiving social assistance. It can cover pregnancy and breastfeeding-related needs, with a higher amount available when a lactose-free diet is confirmed.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Raise awareness or mobilize a population
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50 $
- Minimum amount : 40 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Women
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Documents Needed
- Completed Form 3109 for Pregnancy/Breast-feeding Nutritional Allowance
- Confirmation from an approved health professional
- Verbal confirmation of breastfeeding, when applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Pregnant women receiving or applying for social assistance.
- Breastfeeding women receiving or applying for social assistance.
- Children covered by Temporary Care Assistance.
Who is not eligible
- Pregnant or breastfeeding applicants or recipients in First Nations emergency hostels.
- Pregnant or breastfeeding applicants or recipients living in long-term care homes.
Eligible expenses
- Monthly nutritional needs related to pregnancy and breastfeeding.
- Additional nutritional needs where a lactose-free diet is confirmed.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Amounts paid in combination with a Special Diet Allowance for inadequate lactation or contraindicated breastfeeding.
- Payments after pregnancy ends without notice, which may be treated as overpayments.
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- The application is reviewed through Form 3109 or recorded verbal confirmation.
- An approved health professional must confirm pregnancy or the need for a lactose-free diet when required.
- Payment starts once eligibility is established and may be retroactive if the completed form is submitted later.
- The allowance ends when pregnancy ends or when the child reaches the age limit set by the program.
Additional information
- A completed Form 3109 must be kept on file, or verbal confirmation recorded.
- The allowance is paid in full each month, not prorated.
- Overpayments may be created if payment continues after pregnancy ends without notice.
- It can be paid alongside some other special diet benefits, subject to the program rules.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Pregnancy and breast-feeding nutritional allowance Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Pregnancy and breast-feeding nutritional allowance. 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 Pregnancy and breast-feeding nutritional allowance?
This allowance provides monthly nutritional support for pregnant and breastfeeding women receiving social assistance. It can cover pregnancy and breastfeeding-related needs, with a higher amount available when a lactose-free diet is confirmed.
How much funding can be received?
Pregnancy and breast-feeding nutritional allowance Funds up to $50 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Pregnancy and breast-feeding nutritional allowance program?
To be eligible for the Pregnancy and breast-feeding nutritional allowance program, you must:
Pregnant or breastfeeding
Receiving or applying for social assistance
Health confirmation may be required
Where is the Pregnancy and breast-feeding nutritional allowance available?
The Pregnancy and breast-feeding nutritional allowance program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Pregnancy and breast-feeding nutritional allowance a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Pregnancy and breast-feeding nutritional allowance is a undefined
Who are the financial supporters of the Pregnancy and breast-feeding nutritional allowance?
Pregnancy and breast-feeding nutritional allowance is funded by Government of Ontario