Q: DO YOU OFFER SUBSIDIES & GRANTS
A: Yes as a registered dayhome Tykes N Tots Dayhome can offer you access to subsidies
As a registered dayhome Tykes N Tots Dayhome is please to be able to offer our families access to government funding for childcare through Hanna Day Homes Inc.
Eligible families can receive both the Alberta subsidy and the Federal grant
Both types of funding are paid directly to Hanna Dayhomes Inc to reduce your monthly fee – this mean that there is no waiting for reimbursement of your payment each month.
INFORMATION ON GRANTS AND SUBSIDIES
WHAT IS SUBSIDY?
Alberta Childcare Subsidy is a program that assists eligible families with childcare costs for their children attending regulated child care programs – such as family day home programs overseen by a licensed agency.
Subsidy is an income based support program and you may qualify for full or partial subsidy based on your circumstance, including if you are looking for work, are attending school, or you or your child have a special need.
You must apply for this funding, but it will be paid directly to your program. Learn more about what’s required and how to apply here.
NOTE: As of 2022, the income threshold for subsidy has been increased significantly. Families with a combined income of up to $179,999 are now eligible!
Subsidy for Licensed Home-Based Childcare
| Family Income | Subsidy Amount for Full Time (100+ hrs) |
| $0 to $119,999 | $266 |
| $120,000 to $124,999 | $253 |
| $125,000 to $129,999 | $239 |
| $130,00 to $134,999 | $226 |
| $135,000 to $139,000 | $213 |
| $140,000 to $144,999 | $200 |
| $145,000 to $149,999 | $186 |
| $150,000 to $154,999 | $173 |
| $155,000 to $159,999 | $160 |
| $160,000 to $164,999 | $146 |
| $165,000 to $169,999 | $133 |
| $170,000 to $174,999 | $120 |
| $175,000 to $179,999 | $106 |
Part time rates are pro-rated based on hours (80 hrs = 80%) See the table here.
The Affordability Grant is federal funding that is part of Alberta’s agreement with the federal government to reduce the average cost of childcare to $10/day by 2026.
This funding is not income based like the Alberta Subsidy, but rather based on your child’s/children’s age(s) and the hours of care they receive. Like the Alberta Subsidy, this funding is only available through regulated childcare programs like us here at Tykes N Tots Dayhome.
There is no need to apply for this funding as it is applied automatically to your monthly fees by Hanna Family Day Homes Inc once you enroll with us.
Affordability Grants for Licensed Home-Based Childcare
| 0- 19 months | 19 months to under 3 years | 3 years to kindergarten age | |
| Full Time | $350 | $325 | $300 |
| Part Time | $175 | $162.50 | $150 |
See the full table here.