Apply for a grant to get cloth diapers for a baby
Some boroughs provide grants to buy or rent cloth diapers. Find out which ones.
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Ahuntsic-Cartierville, in collaboration with the Ville en vert organization, would like to encourage the use of washable diapers in order to reduce the quantity of landfilled waste by offering subsidies.
Eligible products:
- New or used cloth diapers for babies
- Washable inserts for cloth diapers
- Twelve-month diaper rental service (or three-month rentals, if combined with the purchase of washable diapers)
- Training pants
Grant
- 50 per cent of the costs related to renting or buying new or used cloth diapers
- A maximum of $150 is available per person
The amount of the refund is based on the price of the purchases before taxes.
More support is available for low-income families. See the low income cut-offs on the Statistics Canada website.
Who is eligible for a grant
Borough residents:
- Who commit to using cloth diapers
- Who purchase the diapers for a minimum amount of $30 before taxes
- Who do business with a diaper rental service for all of 2023
- Who use a cloth diaper rental service for a period of three months and then buy diapers for the same child between January 1, 2023 and December 31, 2023.
When to apply
Until December 31, 2023 or while funds last.
Required documents
- Registration form (in French) and service contract, filled out and signed
- Two proofs of borough residence that are less than two months old
- If the application is made for a child, the following proofs of birth:
- copy of birth certificate
- copy of health insurance card
- Invoice(s):
- for the purchase of cloth diapers or
- for 12 months’ use of a complete cloth diaper rental service or
- for minimum period of three complete months of washable diaper rental service if combined with the purchase of washable diapers
To benefit from social pricing, the Revenu Québec notice of assessment will also be required.
Communication channels
Point of service
Montréal, QC H4J 2N7
Point of service
Montréal, QC H3L 2E5
This grant is not available for your borough.
Eligible products:
- New or used cloth diapers for babies
- Fabric to make cloth diapers for a baby
- Reusable swim diapers
- Washable training pants
Grant
- 50% of the cost of purchasing of new or used diapers or of sewing (minimum 20 diapers)
$10 per month of the cost of renting cloth diapers
Up to a maximum of $120 per child.
Refund amount is based on the purchase price before taxes.
Low-income families (borough residents who have a net family income fo $51,340 or less) can obtain a set of 20 diapers free of charge directly from the Éco-quartiers.
Who is eligible for a grant
Borough residents:
who are the parents of a child up to 36 months old
who agree to use the cloth diapers for which financial assistance is granted as long as their child needs them
who purchase at least 20 new or used cloth diapers
who purchase the materials needed to make at least 20 diapers (various fabrics, elastics, thread, etc.), or
who sign a contract to rent cloth diapers for a period of at least 12 months
When to apply
Within 6 months of making the purchase.
Documents
Required documents
Grant application form
Proof of borough residence that is less than 3 months old:
- Driver’s license
- Bill from a utility company (Bell, Vidéotron, Hydro-Québec, Énergir)
- Cheque specimen or bank details
- Proof of birth:
- Attestation of birth
- Declaration of birth
- Original invoice and proof of payment which is less thand 6 months old for the purchase of cloth diapers, or for the cloth diaper rental service
Communication channels
Éco-quartier Côte-des-Neiges
Local 591
Montréal, QC H3S 2T6
Éco-quartier Notre-Dame-de-Grâce
Suite 206
Montréal, QC H4V 1T1
Eligible products:
- New cloth diapers for babies
Grant
- $150 of the cost of purchasing new cloth diapers or using a cloth diaper rental service for at least 12 months.
Who is eligible for a grant?
Borough residents:
who are the parents of a child up to 12 months old
who agree to use the cloth diapers for which financial assistance is granted as long as their child needs them
who buy a minimum of 20 new cloth diapers or use the services of a cloth diaper rental company for a period of at least 12 months
Required documents
- Original invoice(s) for the purchase of 20 new cloth diapers or at least 12 months’ use of a complete cloth diaper rental service
- Proof of birth – one of the following:
- Copy of health insurance card
- Copy of baby’s hospital card
- Copy of birth certificate
- Proofs of borough residence:
- Driver’s license
- One of the following proofs of address, along with a personal identity card with photograph (such as a health insurance card):
- invoice from a utility company (Bell Canada, Hydro-Québec, Énergir, Vidéotron, etc.)
- account statement from an educational institution (tuition fees)
- bank statement
- cheque stub from an employment insurance or income security cheque
- hospital card (if it is valid and includes your address)
- certificate of status as refugee awaiting permanent resident status
To apply
Visit the website of our partner, GRAME (in French)
Communication channels
Éco-quartier Lachine
Montréal, QC H8S 2B5
Eligible products:
- New cloth diapers for babies
Grant
- $180 of the cost of purchasing new cloth diapers
Who is eligible for a grant
Borough residents:
who are the parents of a child up to 12 months old
who agree to use the cloth diapers for which financial assistance is granted as long as their child needs them
who buy a minimum of 20 new cloth diapers
Document
Required documents
- Registration form (in French)
- Proof of residence in the borough that shows your address (driver’s license, facture d’Hydro-Québec, Bell, etc.)
- Original invoice(s) for the purchase of 20 new cloth diapers
- Proof of child’s birth – one of the following:
- Copy of health insurance card
- Copy of baby’s hospital card
- Copy of birth certificate
Communication channels
Maison des familles de LaSalle
LaSalle, QC H8R 3J3
Submit supporting documents with the registration and commitment form you filled out at the Maison des familles de LaSalle.
Eligible products:
- Cloth diapers for babies
- Waterproof bag for cloth diapers
- Inserts
- Disposable liners for reusable diapers
Grant
- Application forms available from July 5 at 1 p.m.
- Washable diapers for babies – 40 subsidies of $200 per baby available
- Subsidies are set, and 50 per cent of the total amount will be reserved for low-income earners, having had an income equal to or less than, for the previous year, $27,514 for a one-person household, $34,254 for a two-person household, $42,117 for a three-person household and $51,128 for a four-person household.
- Subsidies can be used to rent or purchase washable diapers.
- Only one subsidy per baby.
Eligible for a grant
- Reside on the Plateau-Mont-Royal
- Have a baby that is 12 months old or more (provide proof of your baby’s birthday).
- Complete the subsidy form (in French) and send it with all required documents.
- Commit to using washable diapers for the entire period during which the baby is in diapers.
- Ensure that, if they are still in good condition after being used, another child can use them.
Required documents
- Proof of residence that shows your address in Le Plateau-Mont-Royal.
- Cumulative proof of purchase or rental (online, in a store or secondhand) for a total of at least $200, taxes included, over the past 12 months.
- Cheque specimen to receive the grant.
- If applicable, proof of low income (notice of assessment from the previous year, or three social assistance or employment insurance pay stubs.
Communication channels
To submit a request, visit our partner’s website (in French): Ateliers d’éducation populaire du Plateau
Ateliers d'éducation populaire du Plateau
Contact Les Ateliers for more information.
Ateliers d'éducation populaire du Plateau
Montréal, QC H2W 2L7
Opening hours
- Wednesday, 1 pm to 4 pm
- Friday, 1 pm to 4 pm
Outside these hours, by appointment only
Contact Ateliers d’éducation populaire du Plateau for more information.
Eligible products:
- Cloth diapers for babies
- Fabric to make at least 15 cloth diapers for a baby
Grant
- 50 % of buying at least 15 diapers
- 50% of the cost of buying material needed to make at least 15 cloth diapers for a baby
- $7.50 per month for the cost of renting cloth diapers
Up to a maximum of $90
One grant is provided for each family once every year, within the limits of the funds available and the terms and agreements in force.
Who is eligible for a grant
Borough residents:
who are the parents of a child up to 24 months old
who purchase the material needed to make at least 15 cloth diapers (up to 20 yards of various fabrics, elastic, thread, snap fasteners)
who purchase at least 15 new cloth diapers
or
who sign a contract to rent cloth diapers for a period of at least 12 months
More support is available for families with low incomes — 80 per cent of up to $120 for one year (equivalent of $10/month for a rental service). For low-income families, a minimum diaper purchase is not required.
Document
Required documents
Registration form (in French)
Proof of borough residence
- Legible original invoice
- Child’s birth certificate
- For low-income families, please provide one of the following documents:
- Your most recent federal or provincial notice of assessment
- Claims booklet if you receive social assistance
- Employment insurance certificate that states the amount and number of weeks of employment insurance benefits
- Record of Landing, for newcomers to Canada
Communication channels
Éco-quartier du Sud-Ouest - Point of service Saint-Paul–Émard
Montréal, QC H4E 1V9
Once your eligibility has been evaluated, we will contact you for reimbursement. A cheque will be mailed to your address.
Eligible products:
- Cloth diapers for babies
Grant
- $180 of the cost of purchasing cloth diapers, in the form of vouchers exchangeable at IGA Extra Alimentation Sévigny
Who is eligible for a grant
Borough residents:
who are the parents of a child up to 30 months old
who purchase a minimum of 20 new or used cloth diapers and/or accessories from a Québec retailer or supplier
who agree to use cloth diapers as long as the child is in diapers
Document
Required documents
Registration form (in French)
- Proof of borough residence - 2 of the following:
- Driver’s license
- Residential lease
- Property tax bill
- School tax bill
- Proof of purchase: original invoice for the purchase of 20 cloth diapers and/or accessories, or a screen print of the sale announcement, and proof of payment transaction for the purchase of used cloth diapers (e.g. bank transfer)
- Child’s birth certificate
Communication channels
Centre socioculturel
L’Île-Bizard
Montréal, QC H9C 1G9
Registration form (in French)
Eligible products:
- New cloth diapers for babies
Grant
- 75 grants in the amount of $100 are available
Who is eligible for a grant
Borough residents:
who are the parents of a child up to 36 months old
who agree to use the cloth diapers for which financial assistance is granted as long as their child needs them
who purchase at least 20 new or used cloth diapers or who sign a contract to rent cloth diapers for a period of at least 12 months
If you have any questions, call PITREM at 514-356-3226, ext. 233 or write to [email protected].
Subsidy program suspended for the time being, with details pending.
Document
Required documents
Registration form (in French)
Two proofs of ID
- Proofs of borough residence, one of the following:
- Certificate of status as refugee awaiting permanent resident status
- Lease with the Office municipal d’habitation de Montréal (OMHM)
- Account statement from an educational institution (tuition fees)
- Hospital card (if the address on the card is still valid)
- Bill from a utility company (Bell, Vidéotron, Hydro-Québec, Énergir)
- Property tax bill
- School tax bill
- Driver’s license
- Stub from an employment insurance or income security cheque
- Account statement from an educational institution (tuition fees)
- Bank statement
- Child’s proof of birth, one of the following:
- copy of birth certificate
- copy of the baby’s hospital card
- copy of baby’s health insurance card
- Original invoice for the purchase of cloth diapers, or all original invoices for 12 months’ use of a complete cloth diaper rental service
Communication channels
PITREM
Montréal, QC H1L 2K8
Eligible products:
- New or used cloth diapers for babies
- Reusable swim diapers
- Training pants
- Cloth diaper rental for babies
- Washable inserts for cloth diapers
Not reimbursed: Taxes and accessories (e.g. bags, wipes, disposable inserts)
Grant
Grants are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, before December 31, 2023, or until funds are exhausted.
Information: Coop de solidarité Éconord at 514-326-5447.
Regular program
75 per cent of the cost of purchase or rental of washable diapers, up to a maximum of $150.
Social pricing
For low-income households, an additional subsidy is provided: a set of 20 new cloth diapers is given (for free). To obtain the subsidy, low-income households must make an appointment with the Coop de solidarité Éconord to complete an application in person and pick up their diapers. Do not complete this form. No proof of purchase will be required. Other supporting documents will be requested (recent proof of residence, proof of birth of child, proof of identity of parents, recent proof of low income).
Consult the low income cut-offs on the Statistics Canada website.
Who is eligible for a grant?
Eligibility criteria:
- Be a resident of Montreal-Nord;
- Send the duly completed grant application form and the following required documents before December 31, 2023, or until funds are exhausted;
- Commit to using cloth diapers purchased with the grant for their service life or until the child does not need diapers anymore;
- Have purchased the products between January 1, 2023 and December 31, 2023;
- Submit only one application per eligible child;
- Be a parent of a child under 24 months of age.
Required documents
- Duly completed grant application form
- A proof of residence (electricity, tax, telephone or similar bill)
- Original invoice for the purchase or rental of diapers (the diapers must have been purchased between January 1, 2023 and December 31, 2023)
- A proof of the child’s birth (birth certificate, hospital or health insurance card)
- A proof of parent’s identity (driver’s licence or health insurance card)
- For a purchase of used diapers, a screen print of the for sale ad, and a proof of bank transfer
Social pricing
- Recent proof of low income (notice of assessment from Revenu Québec or Canada Revenue Agency)
Communication channels
Coop de solidarité Éconord
Montréal, QC H1H 4A9
Coop de solidarité Éconord
Montréal, QC H1G 5T1
Point of service
Montréal, QC H1H 5R5
This grant is not available for your borough.
Eligible products:
- New cloth diapers for babies
Grant
- 100 $ per child
Who is eligible for a grant
Borough residents:
- who are the parents of a child up to 12 months old
- who agree to use the cloth diapers for which financial assistance is granted as long as their child needs them
- who purchase new cloth diapers between January 1 and December 31, 2023 or who sign a contract to rent cloth diapers for a period of at least 12 month
Document
Required documents
- Proof of borough residence – one of the following, along with a personal identity card with a photograph (such as a health insurance card):
- Driver’s license
- Bill from a utility company (Bell, Vidéotron, Hydro-Québec, Énergir)
- Account statement from an educational institution (tuition fees)
- Bank statement
- Stub from an employment insurance or income security cheque
- Hospital card (if the address on the card is still valid)
- Certificate of status as refugee awaiting permanent resident status
- Original invoice for the purchase of cloth diapers, or all original invoices for 12 months’ use of a complete cloth diaper rental service
- Child’s proof of birth – one of the following:
- copy of birth certificate
- copy of the baby’s hospital card
- copy of baby’s health insurance card
- Bank information for refund deposit
Communication channels
Éco-quartier Pierrefonds-Roxboro
Montréal, QC H8Y 2N9
Please bring the completed and signed form and supporting documents with you.
Eligible products:
- Cloth diapers for babies
- Washable inserts for cloth diapers
- Washable swim diapers
- Cloth diaper rental contract for one year
- Used washable diapers (with proof of purchase in a second-hand store)
- Washable wipes
Grant
50% of the purchasing cost before taxes and delivery, maximum of $100.
Who is eligible for a grant?
Residents of the borough who are the parents of a child under 24 months of age.
Document
Required documents
Registration form (in French)
Purchase invoice(s) for the subsidized articles or diaper rental contract for a minimum of 12 months, within six months of purchase. For children born in 2022, invoices will be accepted up to 10 months after purchase.
- Proof of child’s birth and proof of parentage:
- Birth or adoption document
- Proof of borough residence, one of the following:
- Driver’s license
- Invoice from a utility company (Bell Canada, Hydro-Québec, Énergir, Vidéotron, etc.)
Communication channels
Éco de la Pointe-aux-Prairies (RDP)
Montréal, QC H1E 7E4
Courtepointe Point of service:
Éco de la Pointe-aux-Prairies (PAT)
12009 Rue Notre-Dame
Montréal (Québec) H1B 2Y8
Please submit your questions or your application, along with the completed form and supporting documents.
Eligible products:
- Cloth diapers for babies
Grant
- $20 per month for the cloth diaper rental service
or - 180 $ for the cost of purchasing 20 cloth diapers
Who is eligible for a grant?
Borough residents who are the parents of a child.
All the subsidies are available for an undetermined period.
Required documents
Proof of borough residence
Proof of child’s birth – one of the following:
- Copy of birth certificate
- Confirmation of registration of the birth in the register of civil status
- Copy of health insurance card
Proof of purchase of the items
In the case of a purchase subsidy, you must also send the following supporting documents:
- bill for the purchase of a set of at least 20 washable diapers
- cheque specimen to enable direct deposit of the grant
Eligible products:
- Cloth diapers for babies
You can also apply for another grant for washable potty training pants.
Grant
- A maximum of $150 before taxes.
- One grant per baby is granted.
Additional financial assistance is offered to low-income families, with a discount of 70 per cent up to a maximum of $210. Consult the low income cut-offs on the Statistics Canada website. See the most recent year and the size of the community of 500,000 and more.
Who is eligible for a grant?
Borough residents:
- who are the parents of a child up to 12 months
- who agree to use cloth diapers for the entire period of time that the child will be in diapers
- who purchase a minimum of 20 new or second-hand cloth diapers or deals with a cloth diaper rental service for a minimum period of 12 months
- who purchased the diapers between January 1, 2023 and November 30, 2023
Until the funds allocated to the program are exhausted.
Submit your application
To submit an application, residents must fill out and email the completed form and supporting documents to Éco-quartier de Saint-Laurent (Vertcité) by e-mail. Only e-mail applications will be accepted. Informations: 514 744-8333.
Applications must be received by November 30, 2023.
Document
Required documents
- Copy of proof of borough residence :
- Driver’s license
- Bill from a utility company
- Account statement from an educational institution
- Bank statement
- Proof of child’s birth, either:
- A birth certificate, or
- A confirmation of the registration of birth in the register of civil status, or
- A copy of the Québec health insurance card
Proof of purchase or rental:
Copy of the bill for 20 (minimum) new washable diapers or all bills for a minimum period of 12 months for washable diapers.
Picture of the Kijiji or Marketplace ad for secondhand diapers and the payment transaction.
- In order to benefit from social pricing, a copy of the Revenu Québec most recent notice of assessment for each person in the household will be required.
A bill can feature various products that are eligible under the borough’s subsidy programs. However, one application form must be completed for each subsidy program. Please view the products that are eligible under the applicable programs for further details.
Communication channels
Eligible products:
- Cloth diapers for babies
Grant
- $150 for the cost of purchasing cloth diapers or for the cost of renting cloth diapers
Who is eligible for a grant
Borough residents:
- who are the parents of a child up to 12 months
- who agree to use cloth diapers as long as the child is in diapers
who have purchased at least 20 cloth diapers or who use the services of a diaper rental company for at least 12 months
Document
Required documents
- Proof of borough residence
- Proof of child’s birth – one of the following:
- Copy of health insurance card
- Confirmation of registration of the birth in the register of civil status
- Copy of birth certificate
- Original invoice(s) for the purchase of 20 cloth diapers or for the services of a diaper rental company for at least 12 months
Communication channels
Éco-quartier de Saint-Léonard
Montréal, QC H1P 2J8
Eligible products:
- Cloth diapers for babies
Grant
- $100 for the cost of purchasing, making or renting new or second-hand cloth diapers (20 minimum)
One grant is provided per child, not renewable.
Who is eligible for a grant
Borough residents:
- who are the parents of a child up to 6 months
- who agree to use cloth diapers as long as the child is in diapers
Required documents
- Registration form (in French)
- Proof of borough residence
- Proof of child’s birth – one of the following:
- Confirmation of registration of the birth in the register of civil status
- Copy of birth certificate
- Original invoice for the purchase of 20 new cloth diapers, or original invoices for 12 months’ use of a complete diaper rental service
Original invoices will be returned by mail along with the cheque.
Communication channels
Maison de l'environnement de Verdun
Montréal, QC H4G 2V8
Eligible products:
- Reusable hygiene products for babies
- Cloth diapers for babies
- Washable inserts for cloth diapers
- Washable swim diapers
- Training pants
Grant
- Refund of 50 per cent of the cost of the product (before taxes)
- $50 minimum purchase required (before taxes)
- Maximum refund: $180 per family per year that buys or rents reusable baby products
Who is eligible for a grant
People living in Ville-Marie who purchased the products between January 1 and December 31 of the current year.
Apply for the refund before December 31 of the current year.
Required documents
- Proof of residence (driver’s licence, lease, tax bill, etc.)
- Proof of purchase(s) of cloth diapers for babies or for a 12 months’ use of cloth diaper rental service in the current year.
- Online refund form available below, including supporting documents
- Proof of child’s birth (health insurance card, birth certificate, etc.)
Communication channels
To receive the grant, fill out the online application form.
If you have any questions about the program, contact the Société écocitoyenne de Montréal (SEM) by phone or email.
Eligible products:
- Cloth diapers for babies
- Washable baby wipes
- Washable nappies or inserts
- Swim diapers
- Training pants
- Diaper or elastic repair
- Items purchased online or in store
- Second-hand cloth diapers (only if purchased in a store and you can present an invoice)
Grant
- 75% reimbursement for eligible expenses
- A maximum of $150 is offered
Who is eligible for a grant
Borough residents:
- who are the parents of a child up to 36 months old
- who agree to use the cloth diapers or washable training pants for at least 12 months
- who apply within 6 months of purchase
Only one refund request per child under 36 months of age will be accepted.
When to apply
- Between June 12, 2023 and May 24, 2024
- The program is available while funds last.
Required documents
- Registration form (in French), filled out and signed (available soon)
- Proof of child’s birth :
- Copy of birth certificate
- If your child was born outside of Canada, please email [email protected] before completing your application
- Original invoices less than six months old in the name of the child’s parent
If you have a diaper rental contract, submit your most recent invoices.
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