How to apply child care subsidy?

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Child Care Subsidy FAQ

New applicants for Child Care Subsidy must use the Child Care Subsidy Application. To make the process easier and more successful, please use the Application Checklist.

1. Complete the necessary forms:
   • Child Care Subsidy Application (CF2900)
   • Child Care Subsidy Child Care Arrangement (CF2798)*
     *Your Child Care Provider must complete and sign their portion of the form.

   These forms are also available by calling 1 888 338-6622 or can be obtained at a Child Care Resource and Referral office, a Service BC – Government Agents office, or an Immigrant Settlement Services Agency.

2. You may also be required to complete the following supplementary forms (please see the Application Checklist for additional details):
   • Child Care Subsidy Special Needs (CF2951)
   • Child Care Subsidy Medical Condition (CF2914)
   • Child Care Subsidy Self Employment (CF2568)
3. Mail or fax all the required documents to:
   

   Child Care Subsidy Service Centre
   PO Box 9953 Stn Prov Govt
   Victoria, BC V8W 9R3

   Fax: 1 877 544-0699

4. After your application has been submitted:
   • The Child Care Subsidy Service Centre will review your application to determine whether you are eligible to receive Child Care Subsidy.
   • If you are eligible, you and your child care provider will receive an authorization in the mail valid for up to one year, describing the amount of subsidy you are eligible to receive.
   • If you are not eligible, you will receive a letter explaining the decision with further information on how you may request a review of this decision.

The Child Care Subsidy Service Centre will contact you if more information is needed.