Implementation of early learning program and Toronto's child care funding risks and pressures

Summary:

This report seeks to reaffirm the City's principles and objectives related to the Provincial government's Early Learning Initiative; clarify strategies and requirements to effectively advance the program; clarify Provincial intentions with respect to implementing Early Learning and addressing other issues impacting child care services; formalize our working relationship with Provincial and educational stakeholders regarding implementation of Early Learning; and outline fiscal risks and pressures facing the child care system and recommended strategies to address them.