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- calendar_today November 1, 2026
Québec Implements New Application Process for Non-Subsidized Daycare Permits
As of November 1, 2026, Québec has updated its procedures for those seeking permits and capacity changes for non-subsidized daycare services. The Ministry of Family and Youth now requires applicants to use only the newly issued application form and guide, with all previous versions no longer accepted by the government.
Transition to Updated Forms and Guides
The transition to the new application process, noted on the Ministry’s official website on October 30, signals that only the latest documents are accepted for requests involving non-subsidized daycare places. Existing or outdated forms and applicant guides will not be considered valid for new applications, capacity increases, or territory changes.
Details for Daycare Operators and Permit Applicants
This change directly affects daycare operators and those seeking to obtain a permit for non-subsidized daycare, increase the maximum number of children allowed, or move their operation to a different home-childcare coordinating-office territory. The Ministry directs all applicants to consult the updated guide, use the new form, and submit all supporting documentation and requisite application fee as specified.
Application Fee and Admissibility
According to the Ministry's updated guidance, a fee of $1,918 applies for each new non-subsidized daycare permit application submitted between April 1, 2026, and March 31, 2027. The application fee will only be collected if the applicant's file is deemed admissible. However, if an application is refused after this determination, the fee will not be refunded.
Impact for Montréal-Area Applicants and General Guidance
While the process is primarily for operators and permit applicants, it does not affect the parent portal used by families seeking child-care places. For those in the Montréal area and beyond, the Ministry advises downloading the most current application documents from Québec.ca immediately before submitting any application, to ensure that outdated forms are not mistakenly used.
Additional Information and Resources
Applicants are encouraged to review the latest resources and instructions on the Ministry of Family and Youth’s website before preparing their permit application or requests involving daycare capacity or territory changes. The updated application process reflects the province’s ongoing adjustments to administrative requirements for non-subsidized daycare services.
Featured image: Children’s learning toys by Vanessa Bucceri via Unsplash, used under the Unsplash Licence. This is an illustrative stock image and does not depict any daycare or specific applicant.
Source: westislandblog.com.
