"Families can complete a simple online application at Ontario's Support for Families "As we reach a critical juncture in our fight against COVID-19, it's important schools and child care centres remain closed," said Minister Elliott. If you have any questions about the use of your personal information as collected on this form, you may contact the Support for Families Helpline at 888-444-3770. It's the only way we are going to defeat this terrible virus. TORONTO — The Ontario government is offering direct financial support to parents while Ontario schools and child care centres remain closed as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak. Ontario's minister of education Stephen Lecce speaks during a press conference to announce a tentative deal reached with CUPE in Toronto, Sunday, Oct. 6, 2019. I want to remind everyone to stay at home and only go out if absolutely necessary. It has also set up a website Ontario.ca/SupportForParents for parents with questions. I also understand that if Support for Families money is paid out to me and the information relied on is later determined to be incorrect, I may be required to repay that money.The Ministry of Education collects your personal information on this form pursuant to paragraph 3 of subsection 8.1(1) of the Education Act. The Ministry of Education sets English and French curriculum and achievement standards for all publicly funded schools in Ontario. "Keeping Ontarians safe is our number one priority and it's also our duty to help parents who are supporting their children and families during this unprecedented time.
"With schools and child care closed, life has become more difficult for families and they need some extra help," said Rod Phillips, Minister of Finance.
one application per child. Only one parent / guardian may apply for each child. Ontario parents are reporting new problems with the Ministry of Education's payments for school days lost to teacher strikes, including applications being rejected for unknown reasons. "This one-time funding will allow parents to access additional tools for our kids to use while at home and studying remotely.
"During this extraordinary time, we're doing everything we can to support parents to keep everyone safe and ensure our children continue to learn and stay mentally active," said Premier Ford.
More details about this financial support can be found by visiting Ontario.ca/SupportForParents or by calling the Support for Parents Helpline at 888-444-3770. This funding will flow to parents directly, to offer them immediate relief during this difficult time. You are required to attest that the information you have provided is accurate and true. I understand that, if information appears incorrect, I may be provided an opportunity to correct it. Facebook Twitter Google+ Email. ... Support for Rural School Boards. As parents you play a vital role in the development and education of your children and in their success at school. I attest that the information I have provided in this application is accurate and true. If information appears incorrect, you may be provided an opportunity to correct it.
The Ministry of Education is providing financial support to parents to assist with the costs of educational resources during school and child care closures as a result of Ontario’s declared emergency to stop the spread of COVID-19. Applications for Ontario’s Support for Parents program can be submitted online through the following website: ontario.ca/SupportForParents. If you have questions about the application process that are not answered on the Ministry’s of Education’s website at "School and child care closures have disrupted family life a great deal and our government will do whatever it takes to support them and keep them safe.