Childcare centres will be opening in Langford and Metchosin and construction of a purpose-built facility will begin on Homalco First Nation land in Campbell River
The province says more than 600 new licensed childcare spaces are on the way — including 184 in three communities on Vancouver Island.
The goal is to get more kids off wait lists as part of the provincial government’s fee-reduction program, which aims to reduce childcare fees to an average of $10 a day. “The first five years are the most crucial in a child’s life,” Amanda Dowhy, chair of the Sooke School Board, said in a statement. “These new spaces will offer children a place to thrive and grow, preparing them to become future learners in our schools.”
Chief Darren Blaney said the new facility will also create employment opportunities for the community and help diversify the economy. “This is the path of reconciliation, where we can provide care and cultural teachings within the child care, such as our Ayajuthem language and traditional stories.”Programming will include collaboration with the Aboriginal Supported Child Development Program, including various community programs.
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