How To Pick The Right Family

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It is absolutely the intent of the government and licensed sector to put us out of business. That much is clear. The Bill is in place and is going through the regulatory committee, in which CICPO has a seat. The government, I don't believe, will educate providers effectively because it isn't in their best interest to do so. Frankly, they're pretty much just ignoring us. If any of you wish to stay in business, it is up to you to get involved and help where you can. CICPO founders are currently looking into whether or not a Cooperative agency is viable. We won't know for some time. Currently, there is a massive, government funded campaign put forth by AECEO, HCCAO, Coalition for Better Childcare, etc. Conferences are being held in cities across the province. We are trying to get a CICPO presence in these. There is one this weekend in Milton with, so far, 9 ICPs in attendance. I will be attending the York Region event on May 30 in Maple. If anyone wishes to join me, let me know.

CICPO is your only voice. They've gained a lot of clout in the last 10 months. However, we really do need more people to be actively involved. And, a word of advice....if you don't understand the bill, you'd best start reading up before Proclamation and before a ministry official shows up at your door. Pleading ignorance won't spare you a $250,000 fine, I'm afraid.

Below are the links to the CICPO main website and the FB page.

http://www.cicpo.ca/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/CICPO/