The Honourable Linda Reid Minister of State for Child Care

The BC government is committed to providing sustainable child care in order that families can choose from a range of affordable, safe, quality child care options.

Whether you are a child care provider, a parent, or an early childhood educator, you can find information here on programs and services to assist you.

The Reid Report - September 2006

Minister of State for Child Care Linda Reid has released the inaugural issue of The Reid Report, a quarterly newsletter focusing on child care and a whole host of topics relating to the care and well-being of B.C. children aged 0 to 6. To read the September issue, click here.

Child Care Update for the School Year

Minister of State for Child Care Linda Reid has issued a letter to child care providers and parents indicating the province will maintain increases to subsidy and will endeavour to maintain all other child care services to the end of the current school year. To read more click here.

Early Learning and Child Care in British Columbia
Consultation

Throughout November, the Provincial government conducted a public consultation on early learning and child care in BC. Parents, providers, organizations and other interested parties were invited to participate. Click here to learn more.

Moving Forward on Early Learning & Child Care - September 29, 2005

An agreement was signed between the federal and provincial governments regarding funding for early learning and child care for British Columbia.

Child Care Program Enhancements - September 9, 2005

The BC Child Care Subsidy Program has increased rates and income thresholds for families with children under six in regulated care. Changes to the program increase the number of families receiving assistance. In addition, increases have been made to the Child Care Operating Funding Program and to the Capital Funding Program.

	Related MCFD Sections: For more info on related services and programs, please visit: Children & Youth with Special Needs Supported Child Development Early Childhood Development

Contact Information

Service providers can also access information on child care funding by contacting the Child Care Help Line in Greater
Victoria at 356-6501 or Outside Greater Victoria toll free
at 1 888 338-6622.