Further expansion of $10-a-day child care will benefit B.C. families

Starting on Oct. 1, 2024, applications will be accepted from child care providers to join the $10 a Day ChildCareBC program, which will create more low-cost child care options for families throughout B.C.

“We will be delivering even more $10-a-day spaces to B.C. families because we know what a difference these spaces make,” said Rachna Singh, B.C. Minister of Education and Child Care. “By making child care more affordable, families are able to pursue more opportunities, which will benefit everyone. I want to thank the child care providers who are partnering with us to deliver these life-changing savings to families.”

The $10-a-day program is helping B.C families by reducing the average cost of child care for full-time, centre-based care, from $1,120 a month to $200 a month. On average, families save approximately $920 a month per child with a $10-a-day space.

“We are excited to welcome more child care providers to join the amazing $10 a Day ChildCareBC program so more families across B.C. can benefit from it,” said Jenna Sudds, federal Minister of Families, Children and Social Development. “By making $10-a-day child care a reality for more families, we’re helping parents save thousands of dollars each year, while ensuring children have the best possible start in life.”