Affordable childcare needed in B.C.
The Issue
In November 2018, the $10-a-day childcare program was launched in British Columbia. As of today, October 2026, there are very few $10-a-day programs available to families. Even where these programs exist, spots are limited and many centers have very long waitlists. I am advocating to expand the availability to all families throughout British Columbia no matter location, income, and lifestyle.
Across British Columbia the cost of living has significantly increased approximately 3% in the last 12 months according to the Consumer Price Index on the Government of BC website. For many families the cost of childcare can be a significant financial burden. Parents should not have to choose between working to put food on their table and pay rent or to pay for their child to have quality childcare and positive early learning experiences.
The $10-a-day childcare program would provide parents with not only a relief to their financial stresses, but it would also give parents peace of mind that their child is in a safe environment where they are developing age-appropriate skills and building relationships with other children and educators. Affordable childcare would also allow parents to remain in the workforce while providing the opportunity to build a better future for themselves and their children.
I understand how important the benefits of proper early childhood education are to a child’s development. Quality childcare is not just a place for children to be supervised, it is a place to help your child develop communication skills, independence, and social skills which will benefit them throughout their lives. Every child deserves the opportunity for proper education no matter what their family’s financial situation looks like.
I truly hope that you will recognize the importance of supporting the $10-a-day childcare program and take action to expand the current availability throughout the province. It is very important that all families have access to this program which will in turn make a tremendous difference in the lives of parents, children, and families all together.
Thank you for taking the time to read my letter and for considering the expansion of the current $10-a-day childcare program.
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The Issue
In November 2018, the $10-a-day childcare program was launched in British Columbia. As of today, October 2026, there are very few $10-a-day programs available to families. Even where these programs exist, spots are limited and many centers have very long waitlists. I am advocating to expand the availability to all families throughout British Columbia no matter location, income, and lifestyle.
Across British Columbia the cost of living has significantly increased approximately 3% in the last 12 months according to the Consumer Price Index on the Government of BC website. For many families the cost of childcare can be a significant financial burden. Parents should not have to choose between working to put food on their table and pay rent or to pay for their child to have quality childcare and positive early learning experiences.
The $10-a-day childcare program would provide parents with not only a relief to their financial stresses, but it would also give parents peace of mind that their child is in a safe environment where they are developing age-appropriate skills and building relationships with other children and educators. Affordable childcare would also allow parents to remain in the workforce while providing the opportunity to build a better future for themselves and their children.
I understand how important the benefits of proper early childhood education are to a child’s development. Quality childcare is not just a place for children to be supervised, it is a place to help your child develop communication skills, independence, and social skills which will benefit them throughout their lives. Every child deserves the opportunity for proper education no matter what their family’s financial situation looks like.
I truly hope that you will recognize the importance of supporting the $10-a-day childcare program and take action to expand the current availability throughout the province. It is very important that all families have access to this program which will in turn make a tremendous difference in the lives of parents, children, and families all together.
Thank you for taking the time to read my letter and for considering the expansion of the current $10-a-day childcare program.
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Petition created on November 5, 2026