Finding childcare
Where to look for childcare both on and off campus
On campus childcare
CPE Concordia
For children 18 months to five years of age, on the Sir George Williams Campus. Please contact the Centre de la petite enfance (CPE) directly since they are not affiliated with the Concordia University Student Parents Centre.
Concordia Student Union daycare and nursery
For children three months to five years of age, on the Sir George Williams Campus.
Concordia Student Union drop-in daycare
For children three months to ten years of age, on the Sir George Williams Campus. Call or email to schedule to schedule childcare, or drop-in (subject to availability).
Observation nursery
Concordia’s Observation Nursery is a place where young children can develop independent skills in a secure and nurturing atmosphere, full of interesting and stimulating materials to explore. The Observation Nursery includes a nursery room, an observation room and a parent seminar room.
The program is designed for three to four year-olds, but younger or older participants may be eligible. Enrolment is on a first-come basis. Near the SGW campus.
CPE P’tits Profs
For children three months to five years of age, on the Loyola Campus. The Centre de la petite enfance (CPE) is not affiliated with the Concordia University Student Parents Centre. Please contact CPE directly.
Off campus resources
Quebec Ministry of Families & Seniors Care
Provides information about the income tax credit for childcare fees and subsidized childcare programs. The site has a search engine to locate childcare within a specific area, and has information about the Quebec Parental Insurance Program.
Enfance Famille
Offers parents a one-stop service to register their children for daycare spaces, while managing a centralized waiting list for specific daycare centres. Free of charge.
Quebec Tax Credit for Childcare Expenses
The refundable tax credit for childcare expenses is one of the tax measures for families. The tax rate is based on your family income.
Advance Payments of the Tax Credit for Childcare Expenses
If you meet the requirements, you can receive advance payments of the tax credit for childcare expenses instead of waiting to claim the tax credit when you file your income tax return.
Ma Garderie
This website allows you to search for different types of childcare by postal code and price range in Quebec.