Important Fee Waiver Information for Parents and Families affected by Transportation Fee increases

Check out the CBE's fee waiver form as there are several categories of eligibility. If you look at item 2: We are low income but not on Provincial Social Services, the CBE asks for a photocopy of the Alberta Works Child Health Benefit card and the letter of renewal for the current year.

A single parent of three children with a maximum qualifying income of $34, 056 is eligible for this benefit. A couple with three children with a maximum qualifying income of $38,997 is eligible as well. Additional children mean a higher maximum qualifying income. There are also exceptions granted if your income is higher than what appears in the table. You can calculate your income by looking at your last income tax return and taking basic income(Line 236), adding any child support you receive (Line 156) and subtracting tax paid (Line 128).

The CBE also has a waiver "hotline" at (403)817-7440 where you can get many of your questions answered. You will likely get voicemail due to volume but we are told all calls are returned.

Note: If you qualify for the Child Health Benefit you may also qualify for the City of Calgary's Fee Assistance for Recreation program.