Changes to Ontario Childcare on the horizon!!!! Good news, ladies :)

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A question to Cfred.

I've noticed that the so called advocates for "better childcare", have moved on and are sending letters at a federal level (Trudeau), would that affect in the decision making process for us in Ontario? We are only asking the 3 under 3's and caregivers 4 and 5 yo not being included.

As far as I understand it, the ins and outs of childcare are left to each province to sort out. They are looking for more federal funding and, of course, looking to get UCC going. We are fine with UCC, but would like to be included in it, of course. The licensed sector will always fight us on that - they don't want to share funding and want a monopoly on the market. Ignore them and carry on. The Federal Election is coming up, so they're likely looking to secure some campaign promises. Be advised that I don't follow Federal politics at all....I'm up to my neck in Provincial and have had my fill for a while. I remain unconcerned about our changes being in jeopardy. We have a majority government that supports us. Our chances are very good - we are actively holding the PC government to promises made when we supported their campaign. We also discovered that we have a very unexpected ally in the MOE, which blew my mind! I'm feeling very positive that our changes will be made. In addition, we're striving toward a provincial registry with mandatory safety standards, professional development opportunities and mandatory childcare workshops.