Description:
The Department of Child, Youth and Family Services is continuing to review the Child Care Services Act and Regulations; the legislation and regulations which establish health, safety and program standards in the area of child care. From January 29 - February 6, 2014, the department is engaging in public consultation and seeking input from parents and representatives of the child care sector on proposed amendments to help improve child care legislation and regulations.
Parents and child care sector representatives wishing to participate in the review of the Child Care Services Act and Regulations can do so by attending a session being held in their local area, or by forwarding a written submission to the department.
To register for a session or provide written feedback, please contact the Policies and Programs Branch of the Department of Child, Youth and Family Services through:
Email:
BrendaRicketts@gov.nl.ca
Telephone:
(709) 729-5960
Facsimile:
(709) 729-6382
Those who would like to participate in a session are requested to register at least 48 hours in advance of the scheduled meeting time.
Mail:
Child Care Services Act and Regulations Review
c/o Policies and Programs Branch
Department of Child, Youth and Family Services
95 Elizabeth Avenue, P.O. Box 8700
St. John's, NL
A1B 4J6
Feedback will be accepted until February 28, 2014.