The Town of Newmarket and other local communitiy groups offer various fee assistant programs to ensure children of all ages can participate in recreation opportunities in their community.
Creating Accessible Recreation for Everyone (C.A.R.E)
The Town of Newmarket's C.A.R.E fund is now available. Give the gift of recreation by donating to the C.A.R.E. fund today. For more information on how to donate and/or apply
click here.
Local Charities
Canadian Tire Jumpstart
Canadian Tire Jumpstart® is a community-based charitable program that helps kids aged 4-18 participate in organized sports and recreation such as hockey, dance, soccer and swimming, so they can develop important life skills, self-esteem and confidence.
Eligible – Newmarket Residents between the ages of 4-18
Criteria – Application + must demonstrate need for financial assistance (as defined by Government guidelines)
Frequency – Spring/Summer and Fall/Winter
Amount – Eligible 100% up to maximum of $200 per submission
Contact – [email protected] or 905-895-5193
Canadian Tire Jumpstart® - Newmarket Chapter – Contact 905-895-5193 or [email protected]
York Region Subsidy Programs
York Region offers assistance to low income individuals/families. To find out if you are eligible, please click here or call 1-877-464-9675
Play 1 York Region Funding
Eligible – Newmarket Residents 4-12 years old
Criteria – Application and must qualify through the Region of York by calling 1-888-703-5437, proof of receiving subsidy (CCFS with income <$36,000, OW, ODSP, ACSD, RGI). Only need to apply once ever school calendar year.
Frequency – once per session
Amount – eligible $140
Contact – 1-877-464-9765 ext 72070
Play 2 York Region Funding
Eligible – Newmarket Residents 13-17 years old
Criteria – Application and must qualify through the Region of York by calling 1-888-703-5437, proof of receiving subsidy (CCFS with income <$36,000, OW, ODSP, ACSD, RGI). Only need to apply once ever school calendar year.
Frequency – once per session
Amount – eligible $140
Contact – 1-877-464-9675 ext 72070
Play 3 York Region Funding
Eligible – single parents with children between the ages of 4-17
Criteria – Application and must qualify through the Region of York by calling 1-888-703-5437, proof of receiving subsidy (CCFS with income <$36,000, OW, ODSP, ACSD, RGI). Only need to apply once ever school calendar year.
Frequency – once per session
Amount – eligible $140
Contact – 1-877-464-9675 ext 72070
