Subsidies are available to assist families in accessing our programs.
Fee Subsidy Information for Leeds & Grenville
Are you located in the Leeds & Grenville area and need help reducing your licensed childcare or recreation camp program costs?
City of Kingston Subsidy Information (Summer Camps, PA Days, School Break Camps)
If you are planning on applying for BGC Child Care Fee Assistance Programs through the City of Kingston Child Care Subsidy Program or PELASS, please ensure you have registered for all weeks of camp required, choosing “APPLYING FOR SUBSIDY” option at checkout.
Once the registration has been completed, please reach out to your site specific contact (contact information listed below) and request the paperwork and application. Confirmation of Space forms will be sent to the City of Kingston or PELASS (depending on your mailing address, not the camp location) during the first week of May. If subsidy is not approved, you will have the option to immediately pay the $50 non-refundable deposit per week and the remainder by due dates or completely withdraw.
The location of your subsidy application will be dependent on your mailing address, not where the camp is being offered.
EXAMPLE
If you live within the City of Kingston, but your child(ren) will be attending camp in Loyalist Township, your subsidy application will be submitted to the City of Kingston.
If you reside in Loyalist Township, but your child(ren) will be attending summer camp at a location within the City of Kingston, your subsidy application will be submitted to PELASS (Prince Edward Lennox Addington Social Services)
To qualify for the City of Kingston or the PELASS subsidy program you must:
- Reside in either;
– Kingston & Frontenac boundaries, OR
– Prince Edward County or the County of Lennox and Addington - Each parent/guardian is either employed, or enrolled in an educational or training program
- Each parent/guardian has filed their income taxes for the most recent tax year
- If you or your child has a documented special need, and have been referred by a professional, you may also be eligible
- If you are a new immigrant to Canada this year, you may apply without your most recent tax return** (PELASS Specific)
***If you reside in Prince Edward County or the County of Lennox and Addington, and you are applying for subsidy, Parents/Guardians/Caregivers must ALSO complete an application through the PELASS office in addition to the paperwork that BGC will submit on your behalf. Parents/Guardians/Caregivers can access the application forms through PELASS by either calling the office (613-354-0957) or online by clicking here***
Access Application Forms Online
Subsidy FAQ
Q: Who is eligible?
A: Your child(ren) must be registered with a BGC South East Program. The financial needs assessment tool is a guideline where BGC South East will look at each family on a case by case basis in the event there are extenuating circumstances surrounding their situation. Assistance is based on household income and the number of children being registered per family. Please note, that this subsidy does not apply to school break camps delivered by our partner agencies.
Q: Is there a deadline for applications?
A: No, applications can be submitted at any point throughout the year. For Camp Programs, subsidy applications must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the start date of the registered week of Camp.
For After School applications, subsidized fees will be in effect the week following approval for West End Centre and Satellite Site locations and the beginning of the next month for the Robert Meek Community Centre location.
Q: How often do I have to apply for the BGC Club Childcare Fee Assistance Program?
A: You will be required to re-apply for the childcare fee assistance in the fall, (August/September) for After School Programs and in the spring, (April/May/June) for Summer Camp Programs.
Q: How will I know that I am approved for BGC Club Subsidy?
A: You will be contacted after submitting the application to confirm your approval.
Q: How do I apply?
A: Parents/guardians can complete a BGC subsidy form and return it to the front desk administrator with required proof of income.
Parent/guardians are required to provide at least one of the following:
- Previous years T4.
- 3 consecutive pay stubs.
- Notice of assessment, (NOA).
- Federal benefit receipts, (EI/ODSP etc.).
Q: How long does this approval process take?
A: The approval process can take 3 to 5 business days for submission and approval.
Q: Can I access multiple sources of fee assistance?
A: Yes, you can apply for multiple sources of funding for your child. (Jumpstart, BGC Club and the City of Kingston etc.).