Ottawa child-care crisis looms with federal RTO mandate
Advocates warn Ottawa's strained child-care system cannot meet the surge in demand if federal public servants are mandated back to the office full-time, with waitlists already in the thousands.
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Ottawa child-care deal extended, $10-a-day spaces still scarce
The City of Ottawa has extended its child-care funding agreement, yet families continue to wait for affordable $10-a-day spots and more spaces. Learn about the ongoing challenges and what it means for parents.
Saskatchewan child-care funding increases to $1.6B
Ottawa announces updated $1.6 billion child-care agreement with Saskatchewan, representing significant funding increase for affordable childcare across the province.
Saskatchewan signs 5-year child-care agreement extension
Saskatchewan has secured a five-year extension of its child-care agreement with the federal government, ensuring continued affordable childcare support for families across the province.
50 New Child-Care Spaces Opening in East Preston
East Preston, Nova Scotia will welcome nearly 50 new child-care spaces in 2025, addressing critical childcare shortages in the community. Learn how this expansion supports local families.
Manitoba child care expansion lagging, advocates demand change
Advocates say Manitoba's promised child care system expansion is falling far behind schedule, calling for a complete overhaul of the current funding framework to address critical shortages.
Winnipeg library incidents drop last quarter
New report shows significant decrease in incidents at Winnipeg libraries during last quarter. Discover the positive trends and community impact in our latest coverage.
Waterloo Region adding 4,000 childcare spaces by 2026
Waterloo Region is expanding affordable childcare with 4,000 new funded spaces by 2026 as waitlists continue to grow. Learn how this initiative addresses the childcare crisis.
New Saint John daycare celebrates grand opening
Daycare by Design officially opened its doors in Saint John, NB, marking a significant addition to the city's childcare services. Learn about this new facility's impact on local families.
Second Orléans EarlyON Centre Closes, Worrying Families
The Charlemagne EarlyON Child and Family Centre in Orléans is closing Nov. 30, the second such closure since September. Families fear a major gap in free early-learning programs. Learn more about the impact.
Alberta fast-tracks 5 school projects for space
Alberta accelerates construction of five new school projects in Edmonton and Calgary to address urgent need for classroom spaces, cutting timelines by up to nine months.
Smile Cookie funds create child-friendly hospital spaces
St. Joseph's General Hospital in Elliot Lake unveils three newly transformed child-friendly spaces funded by Tim Hortons Smile Cookie campaign and Smilezones charity.
Should grandparents be paid for childcare? Debate grows
Millennial parents question if grandparents should receive payment for babysitting. Explore the growing family dynamics debate and its implications for Canadian families.
New Child-Care Spaces Coming to Inverness and Canso
Nova Scotia government expands child-care access with new spaces in Inverness and Canso. Learn how this initiative supports families and early childhood development.
Ontario's $10-a-day daycare promise fades
Ontario's promised $10-a-day childcare remains elusive as federal funding falls short. Learn why the program faces a $2B annual shortfall and reduced access for low-income families.
76 new child-care spaces for Middle Musquodoboit
Middle Musquodoboit welcomes 76 new licensed child-care spaces to address growing demand. The expansion promises enhanced early childhood education opportunities for Nova Scotia families.
Barrie daycare probes educator assault allegations
BrightPath Early Learning in Barrie is reviewing serious allegations that an educator assaulted children. The daycare confirms investigation underway amid parent concerns.
Saskatchewan Confident About $10-a-Day Childcare Deal
Saskatchewan's Education Minister Jeremy Cockrill reveals significant progress in negotiations for the federal $10-a-day childcare program, expressing strong optimism about reaching an agreement soon.
New Licensed Childcare Centre Opens in Baden
A newly expanded and licensed childcare facility has officially opened in Baden, Ontario, offering more spaces and flexible options for local families seeking quality early learning.
Sudbury's Memorial Park Gets $1.5M Facelift
Greater Sudbury embarks on exciting transformation of Memorial Park with new amenities, improved accessibility, and enhanced green spaces for community enjoyment.
Regina Aims for 100% Accessible Playgrounds Citywide
Regina embarks on ambitious playground renewal project with groundbreaking commitment to make every city playground fully accessible for children of all abilities.
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