We found 25 places in Toronto and the cities around it.
27 more serve all of Canada. They are on the Canada-wide list.
For: Newcomer women and families in Toronto; HIPPY Young Moms is for mothers aged 16 to 29 facing financial...
Call 416-532-2824Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 2, 2026
You likely qualify if: A child, or a child's parent or caregiver.
Free. Never pay anyone to apply.
Call 416-397-5981Send to someone who needs thisChecked on September 30, 2026
For: Children aged 7 to 16 whose parent or guardian lives in a Toronto 'M' postal code (or who are referred by...
The wait for an assessment is about 2 to 3 months; in Rexdale, Etobicoke, North York and Scarborough a match usually takes 6 months to 1 year because of a shortage of mentors.
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Call 416-925-8981Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 2, 2026
You likely qualify if: Toronto residents of any age; Free drop-ins: children, youth, older adults; Adults 60+: 50%...
Registered programs open by season: registration starts at 7 a.m.
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You likely qualify if: Children ages six to 12; In Grade 1 or six years old by the first day of the program.
Runs September 8, 2026 to June 18, 2027.
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ApplySend to someone who needs thisChecked on October 9, 2026
You likely qualify if: Students at Toronto schools with a program; Open to all, whether or not you can pay.
Runs every school day during the school year.
Call 416-797-1013Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 4, 2026
You likely qualify if: Age 14 or older.
Call 311Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 8, 2026
For: People in Toronto dealing with separation, divorce, child protection or another family law issue.
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You likely qualify if: Living in Toronto; Pregnant, or parenting a child 3 or younger; The child's legal guardian.
Open all year.
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Call 416-338-7600Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 4, 2026
$2,000
You likely qualify if: Pregnant, think you may be pregnant, or parenting; 22 years old or younger at intake;...
ApplySend to someone who needs thisChecked on October 9, 2026
You likely qualify if: Children in Grades 1 to 6; Can communicate in English; Reading and writing below grade level.
Apply any time; most parents apply in the fall.
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You likely qualify if: Families with a child under 6; At a licensed program enrolled in CWELCC.
No application and no deadline for the lower fee.
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Call 311Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 4, 2026
You likely qualify if: Children 0 to 4 years old; Priority where possible for vulnerable families.
Each City-run child care program has a waitlist, so the City asks families to register early.
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ApplySend to someone who needs thisChecked on October 9, 2026
You likely qualify if: Students JK to grade 12 in Toronto; Children under 5; Other groups listed on the booking page.
Clinics are by appointment.
Call 416-338-7600Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 4, 2026
You likely qualify if: Anyone with an adult Toronto Public Library card.
Passes are released the first Wednesday of every month at 2 p.m.
ApplySend to someone who needs thisChecked on October 2, 2026
You likely qualify if: Families living in Toronto, or moving here; Children up to 12 years old; Each parent works,...
There is a waitlist, so apply as soon as possible.
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ApplySend to someone who needs thisChecked on October 2, 2026
You likely qualify if: Children ages 6 to 14; Family lives in Toronto Community Housing (TCHC).
Registration for the fall 2026 program was due by Friday, September 11, 2026, and the program runs from Monday, September 14 to Thursday, October 22, 2026.
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Open the official pageSend to someone who needs thisChecked on October 9, 2026
Up to $250 a year
You likely qualify if: Live in the City of Toronto; Family faces money barriers; Up to $250 per child per year.
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ApplySend to someone who needs thisChecked on October 5, 2026
You likely qualify if: Children ages 0 to 4 years; Families who need full-day care.
No deadline.
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ApplySend to someone who needs thisChecked on October 9, 2026
For: People who need food; households living in its catchment area (north of Bloor, south of St.
Call 416-652-7867Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 8, 2026
Up to $683.04 a year
You likely qualify if: Low family income after tax; Live in Toronto; The person applying is 18 or older.
Call 416-338-8888Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 8, 2026
You likely qualify if: Not enough money for basic living costs; Live in Toronto with status in Canada; Aged 18 or...
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Call 1-888-999-1142Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 8, 2026
You likely qualify if: A parent or caregiver of a child aged 0 to 6.
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Call 311Send to someone who needs thisChecked on October 8, 2026
You likely qualify if: Child in Junior or Senior Kindergarten; Lives in Ontario.
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