Province providing $750 for elementary homeroom teachers

The Ontario government is launching a new Classroom Supplies Fund that will give elementary school homeroom teachers direct access to $750 each school year for classroom materials.

The program, part of the province’s 2026 budget, aims to ensure teachers have the supplies they need without having to pay out of pocket or wait for reimbursement. The initiative is part of the government’s broader efforts to support student success across Ontario’s education system.

“Our government is making record investments so that our students have the support and supplies they need to succeed and grow in school,” said Premier Doug Ford. “The new $750 Classroom Supplies Card will give teachers across the province access to the resources they need, without forcing them to cover the costs themselves or wait to be reimbursed. It’s just one of the ways we are supporting our students and teachers while ensuring Ontario’s education system is focused on student success.”

The government says input from elementary teachers and school boards will help shape the list of supplies available through the program. The Classroom Supplies Fund is part of the province’s ongoing effort to build a strong and consistent public education system focused on improving student outcomes.

“We know that many teachers have been paying out of pocket for supplies. That isn’t fair for teachers or students,” said Education Minister Paul Calandra. “While school boards receive funding for classroom resources, we have not always seen those dollars consistently reach every classroom. That is why we are putting funds directly in the hands of teachers to ensure their classrooms are equipped to support student achievement.”

Beginning in September 2026, homeroom teachers will be able to access the funding through a new provincial website where they can order classroom supplies directly, with items delivered to their schools.

The website will offer a grade-by-grade selection of commonly used classroom materials, including writing supplies, notebooks, calculators, chalk, arts and crafts items, tissues and paper towels. The system is intended to streamline ordering while ensuring consistent access to supplies in classrooms across the province.