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Wage Enhancement Grant (WEG) and Home Child Care Enhancement Grant (HCCEG) – Kawartha Lakes & County of Haliburton
Support for child care workforce wage increases
Last Update: May 6, 2026
Funding available
$ 2
Timeline
- Closing date : January 26, 2024
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports wage enhancements for eligible licensed child care staff and home child care providers. It offers up to $2 per hour plus 17.5% in benefits, or up to $20 per day for home child care enhancement.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Enhance an existing program
- Attract or retain talent
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2 $
Timeline
- Closing date : January 26, 2024
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
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
- Operating licensed child care programs.
- Providing licensed home child care services.
Documents Needed
- Completed application form
- Employment details for eligible staff
- Hours or days worked information
- Supporting documents, if needed
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Licensed child care operators
- Licensed child care centres
- Licensed home child care providers
Eligible expenses
- Wage enhancement for eligible staff
- Related employee benefits
- Home child care enhancement payments
Eligible geographic areas
- City of Kawartha Lakes
- County of Haliburton
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed through the Children’s Services process.
- Funding entitlement is determined using the information provided in the application.
- Complaints about funding use are handled case by case by the City.
- Funding decisions can be challenged through the provider appeal form.
Additional information
- Applications for existing operators were emailed directly in 2024.
- One application is required per child care centre or site.
- Questions about the program can be submitted through the inquiry form.
- Licensed providers may also review the program guidelines for more details.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Wage Enhancement Grant (WEG) and Home Child Care Enhancement Grant (HCCEG) – Kawartha Lakes & County of Haliburton Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Wage Enhancement Grant (WEG) and Home Child Care Enhancement Grant (HCCEG) – Kawartha Lakes & County of Haliburton. 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 Wage Enhancement Grant (WEG) and Home Child Care Enhancement Grant (HCCEG) – Kawartha Lakes & County of Haliburton?
This program supports wage enhancements for eligible licensed child care staff and home child care providers. It offers up to $2 per hour plus 17.5% in benefits, or up to $20 per day for home child care enhancement.
How much funding can be received?
Wage Enhancement Grant (WEG) and Home Child Care Enhancement Grant (HCCEG) – Kawartha Lakes & County of Haliburton Funds up to $2 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Wage Enhancement Grant (WEG) and Home Child Care Enhancement Grant (HCCEG) – Kawartha Lakes & County of Haliburton program?
To be eligible for the Wage Enhancement Grant (WEG) and Home Child Care Enhancement Grant (HCCEG) – Kawartha Lakes & County of Haliburton program, you must:
Licensed child care providers
Located in Kawartha Lakes or Haliburton County
Application must be completed and submitted
What expenses are eligible under Wage Enhancement Grant (WEG) and Home Child Care Enhancement Grant (HCCEG) – Kawartha Lakes & County of Haliburton?
Operating licensed child care programs.
Providing licensed home child care services.
Who can I contact for more information about the Wage Enhancement Grant (WEG) and Home Child Care Enhancement Grant (HCCEG) – Kawartha Lakes & County of Haliburton?
You can contact City of Kawartha Lakes by email at csfundingrequest@dnssab.ca or by phone at 705-324-9870 extension 3254.
Where is the Wage Enhancement Grant (WEG) and Home Child Care Enhancement Grant (HCCEG) – Kawartha Lakes & County of Haliburton available?
The Wage Enhancement Grant (WEG) and Home Child Care Enhancement Grant (HCCEG) – Kawartha Lakes & County of Haliburton program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Wage Enhancement Grant (WEG) and Home Child Care Enhancement Grant (HCCEG) – Kawartha Lakes & County of Haliburton a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Wage Enhancement Grant (WEG) and Home Child Care Enhancement Grant (HCCEG) – Kawartha Lakes & County of Haliburton is a Wage Subsidies And Interns