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Eligible families can apply for child care subsidies if they are using a licensed or approved child care program in Alberta.
Learn what to look for when finding child care.
Applying for Subsidy
The first step in the online application is to check if you are eligible. If eligible, you will continue the application process. After you submit your application, your information will be assessed. If you meet certain conditions, you will receive a two-month subsidy while we assess your application starting the month your complete application is received.
You can apply using a computer, tablet, or mobile phone.
Get startedIn the middle of an application?
Log in to continueNear the end of your subsidy
It is best to renew your subsidy a month before the end date to minimize any interruptions in your subsidy payments. We will send you a renewal notice to remind you when it is time to reapply.
Renew your subsidyIn the middle of renewing?
Use your MyAlberta Digital ID to log inChanges to Your Situation
If your situation changes while you are receiving subsidy, it can impact how much subsidy you are eligible for. Be sure to let us know about the changes to the following information during the month the change occurs:
- Change in your address and contact information
- Change to your reason for care
- Change in your marital status
- Change in the number of children requiring care
- A decrease in income
Before you apply
Create a MyAlberta Digital ID account.
MyAlberta Digital ID is your single, verified online identify for interacting with Government of Alberta online programs and services. It is free to create and gives you secure access to apply for child care subsidy.
MyAlberta Digital ID allows you to start an application for child care subsidy, stop, and then come back to it up later. If you are in the middle of an application, simply log back in to continue.
Need help or have questions about using the Child Care Subsidy Online Application?
Call the Alberta Supports Contact Centre at 1-877-644-9992.