Licensed Child Care Centre Infrastructure Funding Program

Communities across Nunavut continue to face a growing need for safe, licensed child care spaces, especially as more families balance work, education, and caregiving responsibilities. The Licensed Child Care Centre Infrastructure Funding Program is designed to help address this challenge by supporting the physical development of child care facilities throughout the territory. Whether you’re planning to open a new licensed centre or improve an existing one, this funding can help move projects from concept to reality.

Delivered by the Government of Nunavut’s Department of Education, the program focuses on infrastructure-related costs that make it possible to increase the number of available child care spaces. This includes support for new builds, renovations, and expansions, as well as assistance for projects that are already underway but need additional resources to be completed. Funding support is non-repayable and varies depending on the scope and needs of each project, helping organizations and operators reduce the financial barriers associated with construction and major facility upgrades.

The program is particularly relevant for organizations, communities, and businesses in Nunavut that are working to strengthen local child care capacity and meet licensing standards. With applications currently being accepted on an ongoing basis, this initiative offers a meaningful opportunity to invest in long-term community infrastructure. Learning more about how the program works and what’s required to apply can help determine whether this funding aligns with your child care project plans.