Licensed Home Child Care

The County of Renfrew Licensed Home Child Care Agency contracts with individual child care providers who use their own homes to provide care for children. The agency screens, approves, and monitors the Home Child Care Providers and their family under the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014 legislation.

The County of Renfrew Licensed Home Child Care Agency (LHCC) believes children are competent, capable of complex thinking, curious, and rich in potential. Each Child Care Provider, with support from the Licensed Home Visitor, must provide an environment that fosters the health, safety, nutrition, and well-being of the children in their care. Daily programming must align with the County of Renfrew Home Child Care Agency program statement.

For Parents

Benefits of Licensed Home Child Care

Child Care Providers receive ongoing guidance from Registered Early Childhood Educators
All Child Care Providers must possess a clear Vulnerable Sector Check, a Family and Children’s Services background character check, and a current Standard First Aid & Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate
Each home is regulated by the Child Care and Early Years Act, 2014
Fee subsidies may be available for families who qualify
Active indoor and outdoor play, rest, and nutritious snacks/meals incorporated into their daily routine
Various homes available throughout Renfrew County
Low child to adult ratio (maximum of six children)

How to Apply

To place your child on the waitlist fill out our online application here.

If you need assistance, have questions, or need to update information on your waitlist application, please contact our office at corlhcc@countyofrenfrew.on.ca or 613-732-2601 / 1-866-867-4849

For Providers

Are you interested in becoming a Licensed Home Child Care Provider with our agency?

The County of Renfrew is seeking dedicated Child Care Providers who will ensure that the health, safety, nutrition, and well-being of the children in their care is their top priority.

Benefits

Run your own business from your home
Set your own hours
Receive continued support and resources
Payments received 2x per month
Receive payments for STAT holidays
Ongoing Professional Development
Parent fees are managed by the Agency
Parents have access to reduced fees through CWELCC
Providers can qualify for Wage Enhancement Grants
Funding may be available for toys, equipment, and other expenditures
Agency handles waitlist and supports placement of children
Connect with a network of like minded individuals
Help fill a vital need in your community

Successful Home Child Care Providers will have:

A safe, healthy and smoke-free home environment
Excellent oral and written communication skills
A passion to provide high-quality child care, and fill a vital need in your community

How to Apply

To inquire about joining our agency, or to ask any questions, contact our Licensed Home Child Care Program at 613-732-2601 or email us at County of Renfrew Licensed Home Child Care

Our Licensed Home team would be happy to walk you through the process of applying, discuss next steps, and answer any questions you may have.

Or email us at County of Renfrew Licensed Home Child Care

If you are ready to apply click here:
County of Renfrew Licensed Home Child Care Provider Application Form