Childcare Fees
PUBLIC FEES
Fees are set by the Executive Parent Board of Directors and increase each January.
Please email us at trinitycareprogram@gmail.com to inquire.
Childcare fees are due on the first of each month via e-transfer payments to trinitycareprogram@gmail.com
In addition, we require a one-time, non-refundable registration fee at the time of enrollment.
Fees are paid for all days (September to June), regardless of a child's attendance (e.g., illness, vacation or when CARE closes due to poor weather conditions or emergency situations). The monthly fee includes P. A days, and school breaks.
Field Trip fees are paid separately and are not included in your monthly childcare fees.
FEE SUBSIDIES
Subsidized spaces are available through the City of Toronto to help support the cost of licensed childcare programs like ours. There is a waitlist, so apply as soon as possible! More information can be found here.
As a school-age program, we do not qualify for the new Canada-wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) $10-A-Day agreement. As such, regular monthly fees apply which are set annually in January by the Board of Directors.
Base and Non-Base Fees
Base Fee: This is the standard monthly fee that covers your child’s spot in the program for child care services provided. This monthly fee is paid on the first of each month for the school year, from September to June (no fees are charged in July and August).
Non-Base Fees: These fees cover additional costs outside the standard program for extra services or activities (e.g., special events or field trips). These fees will be clearly communicated to you in advance and billed separately from the base fee (your monthly fee).
Examples of non-base fees include:
CARE’s non-refundable registration fee, which is 50% of your monthly fee and is due upon enrollment. This fee covers the administrative costs for processing enrollment, preparing materials, setting up the program, and covering staff hours outside of their regular duties to complete these tasks. It is non-refundable, as it goes toward these upfront costs. The fee is set by the program and cannot be waived, refunded, or altered under any circumstances.
As a part-time program, any work done outside of staff's regular (part time) hours, including enrollment processing, setup, and planning, is included in these costs.
Charges for all field trip admissions or special activities (such as those that occur on P.A. Days or during March Break). Participation in field trips is optional.
Any other optional services or extra costs, such as meals/snacks or supplies for specific events.
Refunds and Credits
No Refunds: There are no refunds or credits for absences, illness, vacations, unexpected centre closures, or withdrawals from the program.
Billing Errors: If there is an overpayment or billing mistake, we will issue a refund or credit.
Special Circumstances: In exceptional cases, parents may contact the Board of Directors to request a review. The Board will determine if a refund or credit is appropriate based on the situation. Emails can be sent to trinitycareprogram@gmail.com to the attention of the “Board of Director.”
Tax Receipts
Tax receipts will be provided in February. A fee of $30 will apply for any duplicate receipts requested.
Unpaid Fees
If fees are not paid on time, childcare services may be suspended or terminated.
Fee Adjustments
The Executive Parent Board of Directors reviews fees annually. Any changes will take effect in January of each year.
Special Circumstances
In the event of exceptional circumstances, parents may contact the Board of Directors via email at to present their situation. The Board will review the case and determine whether a refund or credit can be issued.
More information can be found on our fee policy.
