Government commits to continue $10-a-day child care for 2026-27

    Thursday, 19 March 2026 15:02

    By Tonya Organ

    Some proposed changes include an effort over the next six months whereby the department will work with providers to boost enrollment and fill as many spaces as possible.

    The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development says $10-a-day child care will continue into the 2026-27 fiscal year. Government gave an update yesterday  on the Operating Grant Program which helps services provide affordable child care. Some proposed changes include an effort over the next six months whereby the department will work with providers to boost enrollment and fill as many spaces as possible. Funding will continue to be provided based on enrollment, not attendance. As well, the Early Learning Gateway is better than the current paper-based system connecting families on a wait list with a child care space. Questions can be sent to elgateway@gov.nl.ca. 

     

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