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What we heard: Modernizing the Yukon Child Care Act

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This What We Heard report is a summary of the most common issues, feedback and suggestions made during the engagement for the review of the Child Care Act.
Author: 
Government of Yukon
Format: 
Report
Publication Date: 
17 Sep 2024

Excerpt

Vision for a modernized Child Care Act

Yukon’s Child Care Act and its accompanying regulations came into force in 1990, primarily focusing on ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children, similar to other child care laws in Canada at the time. Over the years, experts in early childhood education have recognized that children require more than just safety; they need high-quality, diverse, and nurturing experiences to support their learning and development.

Research in early childhood education worldwide has clearly linked healthy child development with high-quality early learning opportunities. At the centre of high-quality programs are well-educated and well-supported early childhood educators.

Legislation is key for a high-quality early learning and child care system that is inclusive, affordable, and accessible. Through the mandate letter set by Yukon’s Premier, the Minister of Education has committed to modernizing the Child Care Act with input from First Nations governments, the Yukon Child Care Board, stakeholders, and Yukoners.

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