Child Care Subsidy Program

The Child Care Subsidy is a monthly payment from the BC government that helps eligible BC families to meet the costs of child care.

Can be used to help pay for the following types of care:

• Licensed or license-not-required family child care facilities;
• Licensed group child care centres, out-of-school programs, preschool programs;
• The child's own home.

A calculation that takes into account income and family size determines eligibility for either a full or partial subsidy.

A person may be eligible for a Child Care Subsidy if they:

• Are working and family income is below a certain level.
• Are seeking work.
• Are attending school or training for jobs programs.
• Have child care recommended by the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD).
• Have a medical condition which interferes with their ability to care for their child.