Childcare Program

"Every child is a different kind of flower, and all together, they make this world a beautiful garden."

Our childcare program is designed with the vision to create a safe, nurturing environment for children and to support providers in
delivering high-quality care.

  • Empowering Families: Providing accessible and affordable childcare options.

  • Strengthening Providers: Offering training and support to ensure quality care.

  • Promoting Inclusivity: Ensuring care for all children, regardless of background or special needs.

  • Enhancing Community Engagement: Building strong connections between families, providers, and the community.

Our Childcare Program aims to:

  1. Enhance Childcare Provider Competencies:

    We offer training to strengthen both technical and soft skills, preparing providers to offer quality care to children.

  2. Align with Licensing and Community Needs:

    We collaborate with licensing authorities and community organizations to tailor our support to local needs, enhancing childcare in our region.

  3. Foster Continuous Professional Growth:

    Our program encourages ongoing development, providing access to workshops, networking events, and other resources.

  4. Address Barriers to Quality Childcare:

    We offer targeted support to aspiring providers, promoting inclusivity and diversity within the community.

  5. Encourage Family and Community Engagement:

    We provide tools and strategies to promote collaboration and communication between providers, families, and the broader community.

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Application Process:

  1. Inquiry & Information Session (Week 1): Learn about the program and ask questions.

  2. Application Submission (Week 1-2): Submit your application, including relevant details and a statement of interest.

  3. Interview & Selection (Week 2-3): Interviews for selected candidates with notifications of acceptance within the week.

Program Timeline for Individual Providers:

  1. Orientation (Week 3): Understand objectives, expectations, and the path towards becoming a certified childcare provider.

  2. Licensing Preparation (Week 3-4):

  3. Register for background checks at ORO.

  4. Complete required online training (IRF1, ICCHS, RRCAN, Safe Sleep).

  5. Schedule a health and safety visit.

  6. Skills Training (Week 4-5): Develop curriculum-building skills, child safety, and other childcare competencies.

  7. Assistance with Licensing (Week 5-6): Apply skills and guidance in preparing for necessary licensing to operate.

  8. Evaluation & Licensing (End of Week 8): Receive certification and necessary licensing to operate as a childcare provider.

Post-Completion Benefits:

  1. Certification: Receive a certificate verifying your newly acquired childcare skills.

  2. Grants and Subgrants:

    1. For Renovations or Capital Improvements: Enhance your childcare environment.

    2. To Grow & Scale Clients: Support for expanding your services.

    3. To Cover Initial Operating Costs: Financial assistance for new providers starting out.

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“It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.”

— Quote source

“It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.”

— Quote source

Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

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