FAQ
Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative (CCFRI)
Our daycare is part of the CCFRI program, which lowers your daycare fees automatically every month.
✔ No application needed ✔ Available to all families—income or work status doesn’t matter ✔ Discount applied directly to your bill
How much you save each month:
Babies & Toddlers (0–36 months): $600 off
Preschool Age (36 months–5 years): $500 off
Good to know:
These amounts apply to full-time care.
For part-time care, the discount is smaller, based on the number of days/hours.
You’ll see the reduced fee right on your bill—every family gets this benefit automatically.
Affordable Child Care Benefit (ACCB) – Subsidy 2 (If Eligible)
This is a separate program that can provide even more financial support. Many families qualify for significant help—some receive up to 90% or more coverage.
Who can apply:
You live in BC and are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, refugee, or person in need of protection.
You provide a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN). If it doesn’t start with 1–7, extra documents are required.
Why you need child care (eligibility reasons):
You work, are self-employed, attend school, are in training, are job-hunting, or have a medical condition that makes care necessary.
Your child is in licensed preschool, or care is arranged by social services.
Types of care covered:
Most licensed child care (like ours).
Not covered: care by relatives at home, drop-in, occasional, or recreational programs.
Income requirements:
Families with pre-tax income up to $111,000 per year can apply.
Higher-income families may still qualify if they have multiple children or special needs.
How much you could get:
Amount depends on income, family size, type of care, and special needs status.
Use the official estimator tool to check your eligibility: Government Estimator Tool
How to apply:
Contact us to begin your ACCB application—it must go through a licensed daycare like ours.
Apply online through My Family Services or by mail.
Renew your application yearly or if your circumstances change.