A partnership between the Municipality of Kincardine and Bruce County will help families with the cost of extracurricular activities for kids.
Kincardine provided an additional $5,000 of funding to Bruce County’s Child Activity Assistance Program (CAAP). Bruce County will distribute these additional funds to Kincardine families through the Child Activity Assistance Program, a program that supports families across the County. Director Tina Metcalfe says the criteria for receiving funding is pretty simple.
"Families with incomes under approximately $49,466 can apply for financial assistance for up to $500 per year, per child, to support costs associated with extracurricular activities. Application forms can be found on the Bruce County website or parents or guardians can contact Bruce County Human Services," Metcalfe explained.
Metcalfe says ensuring kids can do extracurricular activities no matter their family's financial situation is critical for local youth.
"Extracurricular activities promote a sense of belonging and support social development and well-being for children. When fees are a barrier for activities and programs, the Child Activity Assistance Program can help give children in our community the opportunity to participate," added Metcalfe.
To apply for assistance, you must be a Canadian citizen and a resident of Bruce County with a gross family income less than $49,466.00. Application forms can be found online and documents can be emailed to CAAP@brucecounty.on.ca.
You can also mail your documents to Bruce County Human Services at PO BOX 399, 30 Park Street, Walkerton, ON, N0G 2V0, or fax your documents to 519-881-4324.Discover more about the Child Activity Assistance Program.
“Bruce County is pleased to partner with the Municipality of Kincardine in supporting activity subsidy for local children,” said Wendy Woods, Business and Human Services Integration Manager. “Bruce County’s Human Services department is here to help guide families through the subsidy application process.”