Early Years Centre Expansion Capital Grant

Overview of the Early Years Centre Expansion Capital Grant program:

The PEI Early Years Centre Expansion Capital Grant is an initiative by the Government of Prince Edward Island aimed at supporting the expansion and enhancement of Early Years Centres (EYCs) in the province. This program provides financial assistance to EYCs, enabling them to increase their capacity and improve their facilities, ultimately enhancing the availability and quality of early childhood education for families across Prince Edward Island.

Benefits of the Early Years Centre Expansion Capital Grant program:

• Funding for Expansion: The grant provides financial support for capital projects such as expanding physical space, upgrading facilities, or acquiring new equipment, helping centres to serve more children and meet growing community needs.
• Improved Infrastructure: Centres can use the grant to enhance their infrastructure, creating a safer and more stimulating learning environment for children.
• Increased Capacity: By expanding their facilities, centres can increase their enrollment capacity, allowing more families to access quality early childhood education services.
• Support for Growth: This funding helps centres scale their operations sustainably, supporting long-term growth and stability in the early childhood education sector.

Eligibility criteria of the Early Years Centre Expansion Capital Grant program:

• The applicant must be a licensed Early Years Centre (EYC) in Prince Edward Island.
• The centre must be in good standing with the Department of Education and Early Years.
• The proposed project must involve the expansion of the centres physical space, the improvement of existing facilities, or the acquisition of capital assets that directly support the centres ability to increase its capacity.
• The project must demonstrate a clear need for expansion to serve more children or improve the quality of care and education provided.