Financial support for your family
British Columbia's Affordable Child Care Benefit can lower your monthly child care costs. PoCo Village is a licensed facility that accepts the subsidy — and we'll help you apply.
Child Care Subsidy
Apply for the Affordable Child Care Benefit through the official BC government funding portal.
Apply for fundingSubsidy Estimator
Use the official BC estimator to check your potential child care subsidy eligibility.
Open the estimatorFour simple steps to savings
From gathering documents to receiving your benefit — here's the path.
Gather documents
Have your CRA Notice of Assessment, child care arrangements, and each child's details ready.
Estimate here
Use our calculator below for a quick sense of what you might qualify for.
Apply online
Submit the official application through the BC government portal linked on this page.
Get a decision
Most applications are processed within a few weeks of submitting all required documents.
Estimate your monthly benefit
A quick, unofficial estimate based on typical BC Affordable Child Care Benefit rules.
Enter your details and tap “Estimate my benefit” to see an approximate monthly subsidy.
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible?
Eligibility depends on family income, number of children, their ages, and the type of licensed child care you use. Both working and studying parents may qualify.
What costs does it cover?
The benefit can help with licensed child care fees for preschool, before/after school care, and full-day care, depending on your child's age and program.
Is the estimate below official?
No. It's a simplified illustration to help you plan. Your actual benefit is determined by the BC government when you apply.
Does PoCo Village accept subsidy?
Yes — we are a licensed facility and accept the Affordable Child Care Benefit directly. We're happy to help with the paperwork.