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Children's Services
The District of Muskoka assumed responsibility of Muskoka’s Child Care system, in April of 1999. Child care service delivery is governed by the Day Nurseries Act. Muskoka is served by approximately a dozen child care organizations, who provide both licensed and unlicensed child care in a number of settings. The Ministry of Children & Youth Services has maintained responsibility for licensing of the programs. Muskoka Community Services is responsible for managing the Muskoka system. Costs of all programs are cost-shared between the Ministry and Muskoka Community Services.
The process of managing Muskoka’s child care system is supported by a Child Care Advisory Committee. This committee is composed of child care system stakeholders throughout Muskoka, who endeavor to explore opportunities for strengthening the local system. The Child Care Advisory Committee meets on a quarterly basis to identify challenges and to explore and recommend possible alternatives to Muskoka Community Services. The meetings are open to any interested individual or agency.
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