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The District is the system manager for early learning and child care in Muskoka.  We are responsible for Muskoka's child care system from birth to 12 years of age and offer programs, subsidies and information for parents, families and child care providers.  We also provide programs and services that support children, youth and Early Years Professionals.

Key Initiatives in 2022

 Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC)

Update August 3, 2022 

 

Link to full release can be found here: https://www.muskoka.on.ca/en/news/making-quality-child-care-more-affordable-accessible-and-inclusive.aspx

Summary:

 

Affordability for Families:

  • In 2022, families with children under the age of 6 enrolled in CWELCC-approved licensed child care programs, in most cases will receive a parent fee reduction of 25%, retroactive to April 1, 2022.
  • It is anticipated families will receive parent fee rebates in the fall, pending operator enrollment.

 

Opportunities for licensed child care operators:

  • The District is now accepting applications from licensed child care programs to enroll in the Canada Wide Early Learning and Child Care CWELCC System.
  • Licensed child care programs must indicate their interest in enrolling in the CWELCC system by September 1, 2022.

 

Are you a private home childcare provider?

In addition to being the service manager for the CWELCC program in Muskoka, the District also operates the Muskoka Home Child Care Agency, a network of home-based licensed child care providers.  There are many private providers who would be a welcome addition to the Muskoka Home Child Care Agency.    If you would like to make affordable child care available to your families and enjoy the benefits of joining the Muskoka Home Child Care Agency, visit our website and learn more.  

Early Learning and Child Care Sector:

Workforce Development Strategy and Fall 2022 Sector Conference

Learn more about Workforce Development Strategy project

Learn more about the Fall 2022 sector conference

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