Child Care Subsidy Update

Effective February 1, 2025:

Subsidy applications will no longer be accepted for children up to kindergarten age attending childcare during regular school hours and children enrolled in licensed preschool programs.

Existing subsidies for these groups will end on March 31, 2025. Families can renew subsidies until this date.

Starting April 1, 2025:

Children up to kindergarten age attending licensed daycare and family day home programs during regular school hours will transition to a universal monthly fee structure: $326.25 per month for full-time care and $230.00 per month for part-time care.

Subsidy will no longer be available for children enrolled in licensed preschool programs, but there will be a reduction of up to $100 off monthly preschool fees.

Subsidy for children in full-time kindergarten through Grade 6 enrolled in licensed out-of-school care programs will remain unchanged.

Affordability Supports:

Licensed childcare providers caring for children up to kindergarten age will continue to receive the Affordability Grant.

If you have any questions or need further details, feel free to ask or connect with the Alberta Supports Contact Centre for general inquiries about childcare subsidies:

Hours: 7:30 am to 8 pm (open Monday to Friday, closed statutory holidays) Toll free: 1-877-644-9992