Apply for fee assistance
Get financial help to join recreation, sports and arts programs. If approved, you’ll receive a $400 credit per person, per year.
On this page:
How the credit works
If approved, you get a $400 credit per person, per year.
You can use it for:
- city-run recreation programs
- affiliated minor sports
- arts and culture programs
Credit rules:
- credits run from December 1 to November 30 each year
- you must reapply every year
- credits are not refundable or transferable
For complete program information, read the Fee Assistance Leisure Access Program Policy (PDF).
Check if you qualify
You can apply if you:
- live in Waterloo
- have a household income at or below the limits in this table
| Household members | Annual income before taxes |
|---|---|
| 1 | $25,303 |
| 2 | $31,498 |
| 3 | $38,723 |
| 4 | $47,016 |
| 5 | $53,323 |
| 6 | $60,142 |
| 7+ | $66,958 |
Get your documents ready
For each adult in your household, you need:
- proof of income – such as a tax return or benefit statement
- proof of address – if not listed on your income document
If you arrived in Canada as a refugee within the past year, you need:
- proof of permanent residency or refugee status for each family member
Documents must be in a digital format. We accept clear photos.
Apply
Choose how you want to apply:
- apply online – you’ll need an email address and your documents
- apply in person – email lynn.dicksegley@waterloo.ca to book an appointment
We’ll confirm by email within 2 weeks if your application is approved.
Other assistance programs
Canadian Tire Jumpstart
Canadian Tire’s Jumpstart program gives kids aged 4 to 18 a chance to play sports by helping cover registration costs for qualifying families. Find out more on the Jumpstart website.