ChildFirst Subsidy — FAQ

ChildFirst Saskatchewan Childcare Subsidy is Saskatchewan's childcare assistance program. It helps eligible families pay for licensed childcare so parents can work, attend school, or participate in job training. The program is run by Ministry of Education (Saskatchewan) (Saskatchewan Ministry of Education).

Families must have income at or below undefined% of the undefined, have a child under age 12, and have an active work, school, or training schedule.

The ChildFirst subsidy covers a portion of childcare costs based on family income. Families at the lowest income levels may pay $0. Others pay a co-payment determined by their income bracket.

Apply through MySaskatchewan / ChildFirst Application. You can apply online, in_person. You'll need identity, residency, income, and child documents. Processing takes 2–4 weeks.

Yes. Saskatoon and Regina have waitlists for licensed childcare spaces. Register at multiple centres early. Infant spaces are especially limited. Apply as early as possible.

Licensed family childcare homes in Saskatchewan may include relatives if they are licensed, meet all requirements, and care for the child outside the child's household.

Your ChildFirst Subsidy authorization must be renewed every 12 months. Saskatchewan Ministry of Education will notify you before your renewal date — respond promptly to avoid a gap in coverage.

You have undefined days to appeal a denial. Contact Saskatchewan Ministry of Education at undefined or visit https://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/family-and-social-support/childcare/get-help-paying-for-child-care for the appeals process. undefined (undefined) offers free legal help to families appealing a denial.

Contact Saskatchewan Ministry of Education to discuss how these programs interact in your situation.