Education Minister Todd Smith emphasized the importance of the new funding formula, stating, "Given the feedback and the extensive consultation that's taken place, we're pretty comfortable that those who are operating and those who want to operate are going to be able to do so in the province, creating those much needed spaces that families are looking for." This reflects the commitment to ensuring child-care availability amid financial pressures on operators.
The province's updated funding structure will take effect January 1, and aims to offer child-care operators compensation that aligns with the true cost of providing care. Smith noted, "operators will have more flexibility with their spending, leaving some of them better able to boost staff pay," addressing concerns about the sustainability of child-care services and the need for better educator wages.
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