How to apply for CWELCC / NS Pre-Primary Subsidy in Nova Scotia

A step-by-step checklist for Nova Scotia families applying to CWELCC Fee Reductions + Nova Scotia Affordable Childcare Benefit — what to check before you start, the documents NS EECD asks for, and what happens after you submit.

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Nova Scotia's CWELCC / NS Pre-Primary Subsidy assists families who work, attend school, or participate in job training and meet income limits. Children must be under 12 years old (under 17 if special needs).

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Questions about CWELCC / NS Pre-Primary Subsidy?

Contact NS EECD at 1-800-565-1458 (Mon–Fri 8:30am–4:30pm AT).

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