Affordable Child Care Benefit
British ColumbiaFamilyChecked October 2, 2026
The ACCB helps B.C. families with monthly child care costs, paid directly to the child care provider. Eligibility depends on family income, family size and the reason you need care.
How muchDepends on income, family size, care type and child age; maximums for group care for example are $1,250/month (under 19 months) and $1,060/month (19 to 36 months).
When it's paidMonthly, paid to your child care provider.
Who qualifies
- You live in B.C. and are a citizen, permanent resident, convention refugee or protected person
- You have a reason for care such as work, school, job search or a medical condition
- Your adjusted family income is within limits (generally up to about $111,000)
- Your child is in eligible child care
How to apply
- Use the ACCB estimator
- Arrange child care and get provider details
- Apply online through My Family Services
- Submit income verification and supporting documents
- Renew before the benefit period ends
What to have ready
- Income proof or CRA consent
- Child care arrangement details
- Proof of reason for care
Common mistakes to avoid
- Not applying because you assume income is too high
- Missing renewal
Still being confirmed: Rates and $111,000 figure from search excerpts of gov.bc.ca; interaction with $10-a-day/fee-reduction sites not confirmed. Check the official page for the latest details.
Official sources
Last checked against these pages on October 2, 2026.
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