Child Care Information for Families
We offer programs that support the family unit and foster healthy child development between the ages of 3 months and 12 years.
Programs and resources
- Child Care Directory
Licensed child care facilities in Nova Scotia. - Child Care Subsidy
The government may provide partial funding for a subsidized space in a child care centre should you qualify under the income guidelines. - Portable Subsidized Spaces
This program allows you to take subsidized child care spaces with you if you move to another part of the province. - Early Intervention Program Information
These programs are designed for children who are at risk of poor developmental outcomes. - Child Care Subsidy Program
Child care subsidy provides funding assistance with the cost of child care. - Income Eligibility & Assessed Daily Parent Fee Changes (ADPF)
Effective April 1, 2008 the maximum allowable income levels are being increased and the minimum ADPF will be lowered from $2.25 per day per family to $1.00 per day per family. - Supported Child Care for Children with Special Needs
This programs helps families of children with special needs have access to child care in their own communities
