family resources
ACCB – Affordable Child Care Benefit
Families earning less than $111,000 annually are eligible to receive a monthly child care subsidy of up to $1,250 per child. This subsidy amount is determined by factors such as the age of the child, the size of the family, and the specific type of care required. Families can directly apply for this assistance through the provincial government and are required to renew their application annually.
CCFRI – Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative
The Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative (CCFRI) is a subsidy program in which the provincial government allocates funds to approved licensed child care service providers. These funds aim to lower the monthly child care expenses for families. Rather than applying directly, parents benefit from this subsidy through automatic deductions from their fees when they enroll their child in an eligible daycare centre.
Helpful Links for Families
Sneezes + Diseases: A Resource Book for Caregivers & Parents (Vancouver Coastal Health)
Children and Youth Health Topics (Fraser Health)