The Extended Day Program is a subsidy-eligible program, which is managed by the Region of Waterloo. Eligibility is based on a family’s income and child care needs and must be applied for separately.
Before you start your Child Care Subsidy application, please consider the following:
  • Estimate Your Eligibility: Use the Child Care Subsidy Calculator.
  • Apply Up to 6 Months in Advance: If you apply too early, you may need to reapply closer to your child’s start date.
  • More Info: If you have questions about Child Care Subsidy, please call 519-575-4400 (Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.).
For Families currently receiving Child Care Subsidy:

If you are currently receiving Child Care Subsidy, please register for the schedule/amount of care that best meets your family’s needs.

 

Please Note: Child Care Subsidy is not automatically notified of schedule changes. Once you have registered, please email your registration confirmation for the 2026-2027 school year to your Child Care Subsidy Caseworker at the Region of Waterloo to update your subsidy eligibility.  If changes are approved then you will be sent a new Confirmation of Fee Assistance letter. Without this letter, you will be required to pay the full cost of care.

 

If you make any changes to your child’s schedule, or if you have questions about your child care subsidy eligibility or schedule, please contact your Child Care Subsidy Caseworker.  If you don’t know who your Caseworker is, please email ccs@regionofwaterloo.ca for assistance.