This is a first-come-first-served program. Priority is given to:

• Families with a net income of $36,000 or less

• Families who may be experiencing exceptional circumstances

 

 

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Eligibility is determined using a provincial income test and the following criteria.

Families (single or two parents/caregivers must:

• Live in York Region

• Be legally entitled to seek employment or attend school in Canada

• Have children that are 12 years old or younger

• Have an assessed financial need (determined at intake)

• File their Income Tax Return every year

 

To be eligible, families must also be unable to care for their children during the day because they are either:

• Employed

• Enrolled in an educational or training program

• In a situation where there is a major risk to the health, safety or well-being of a family member

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 For more information on how to apply, contact the KIDS Line at

1-888-703-5437 and/or visit www.york.ca/children