Excerpt: "The Manitoba government is eliminating child-care fees for 4,100 children from 3,000 eligible low-income families through changes to the Child-Care Subsidy Program, Manitoba Education and Early Childhood Learning Minister Tracy Schmidt and Ginette Lavack, parliamentary secretary to the federal Minister of Indigenous Services and member of Parliament for St. Boniface-St. Vital, on behalf of federal Secretary of State for Children and Youth Anna Gainey, announced today."
Excerpt: "The Ontario government is expanding Student and Family Support Offices to all 72 school boards across the province, giving parents and families a clear, effective way to get help regarding their child’s education and find solutions faster. Starting today, every school board has an office in place as an additional way to help families get answers on broader community concerns, navigate complex issues and receive the information and support they need. This initiative is one more way the government is delivering on its broader plan to make school boards more accountable and focused on student success with a back-to-basics approach that strengthens student achievement and prepares them for rewarding careers."
Excerpt: "Families in 22 school districts will soon have access to approximately 1,200 new licensed before- and after-school child care spaces, created by repurposing existing space in schools. “Before and after school can be a hectic time for parents and caregivers. By creating more child care on school grounds, we are giving more families access to convenient, high-quality child care, in places they already know and trust,” said Lisa Beare, Minister of Education and Child Care and acting Minister of Infrastructure. “Empowering school districts to repurpose existing child-centred spaces for before- and after-school care is another important piece of a child care system that works for families, kids and communities.”"
Excerpt: "At licensed child-care facilities, screen time will be limited to 30 minutes or less, with none for children aged two and under; it must also have an educational purpose and be age-appropriate, be guided by an educator, and never happen during mealtimes. Research supports limiting screen time for young children, particularly infants and toddlers. Studies link excessive passive screen use with impacts on attention, memory, emotional regulation and language development. The move is intended to give young children the opportunity to learn, play and connect."
Excerpt: "The Ontario government is delivering on its plan to protect Ontario by opening 18,300 new student spaces and 1,130 licensed child care spaces this fall in communities across the province. Through an investment of over $1 billion, 35 new and expanded schools will support growing communities by giving students the modern learning spaces they need to succeed in their studies and prepare for in-demand careers. The government is investing $30 billion over its 10-year plan to build, expand and renew schools across Ontario."
Excerpt: "This project will create meaningful opportunities for children and older adults to learn from one another, build relationships and stay connected, while giving families access to services where they live, work and gather. It's an exciting example of how community-focused infrastructure can support well-being, learning and a stronger sense of belonging across generations.” The Gray Family Centre will add about 20,650 sq. ft. to the Saul and Claribel Simkin Centre campus at 1 Falcon Ridge Dr. in Winnipeg’s Linden Ridge neighbourhood. The existing centre is a 200-bed personal care home that provides resident-focused care and support services with a connection to Winnipeg’s Jewish community. The Gray Family Centre will add an early learning centre, a multi-purpose gathering area for community programming and worship, a grand gallery, and wellness centre to the campus."
Excerpt: "The governments of Canada and Manitoba provided capital funding for three new or expanded child-care centres that have opened in Winnipeg, as well as start-up and operating funding for expansions in an additional 88 since late 2025, which created 728 new spaces. The Manitoba government also created 347 new school-aged spaces, the minister noted."
Excerpt: "Today, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, announced the launch of a new initiative aimed at supporting the ECE workforce. Through an initiative funded under the Sectoral Workforce Solutions Program, the Government of Canada is investing up to $5.4 million until March 31, 2027, to support the hiring and retention of ECEs and remove barriers across Canada. Building on current efforts to support ECEs, this funding will help educators better meet the diverse needs of families and children across the country. The initiative will update the National Occupational Standards, improve labour market information, and modernize workforce tools to better reflect the evolving realities of ECEs. Together, these efforts will support career growth, mentorship, and professional development opportunities, helping more educators build long-term careers in the sector and support a strong, high-quality early learning and child care system."
Excerpt: "“People say they feel better and are better off when they have a job, so we are removing barriers to skills training,” said Sheila Malcolmson, B.C.’s Minister of Social Development and Poverty Reduction. “In partnership with the Government of Canada, we’re investing $253,653 to deliver hands-on training and work experience for people in Kamloops facing barriers to employment, including in child care.” Through the Community and Employer Partnerships program, the Province is providing the funding to the Kamloops-Cariboo Regional Immigrants Society to deliver the Kamloops Early Childhood Education Workforce Entry Project. Funded by the Government of Canada under the Canada-British Columbia Labour Market Development Agreement, the project will support 10 to 12 participants through workplace preparation, classroom instruction, practicum placements and career development supports."
Excerpt: "“This expansion builds on that strong foundation, creating more opportunities for children to learn and grow in a supportive, inclusive environment through play, exploration and creativity. Investments like this are helping ensure more Nova Scotia families can access the high-quality child care they need to live, work and thrive in their communities.” The expanded centre, at 26 Lincoln St., is expected to open in July 2027 with an additional 10 infant spaces, 54 toddler spaces and 13 preschool spaces, for a total of 190 spaces."
Excerpt: "The report highlights several positive findings, such as stronger participation in early learning programs: approximately 85% of NWT four- and five-year-olds were enrolled in Junior Kindergarten or Kindergarten during the 2024-25 school year. At the same time, the report also reinforces that significant challenges remain. Student attendance and graduation outcomes continue to require attention, and improving these results remains a priority for the Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) and the education system."
Excerpt: "The Manitoba government is investing $3 million through the new Healthy Kids, Healthy Communities Play Structure Fund to support safe, accessible and high-quality playgrounds, Education and Early Childhood Learning Minister Tracy Schmidt announced today. “Every child deserves a safe and welcoming place to play, learn and connect with classmates,” said Schmidt. “This new fund will help ensure schools and communities across Manitoba have access to quality playgrounds, while easing the financial burden that has too often fallen on parents and volunteers. By investing in playgrounds, we are investing in healthy kids, stronger communities and better opportunities for children to be active and thrive.”"
