Exceptions from Restraints of the Federal-Provincial Childcare Agreement Necessary for Childcare Entrepreneurs

Issue

Affordability grants for licensed childcare programs, though a temporary formula in an ongoing
process, contain glaring fiscal issues that must be addressed with guidance from the childcare
industry.

Background

The Federal-Provincial Childcare Agreement was created to create accessible, affordable, and high-quality childcare. Through the agreement, $3.8 billion will be invested in childcare for children up to kindergarten-age.

Recommendations

The Alberta Chambers of Commerce recommends the Government of Alberta:
1. Implement a ‘Fund the Parents’ model to provide financial support for childcare expenses
directly to the parents.

or

2. Allow childcare centers to increase fees in alignment with inflation rates and -
3. pass on additional administrative costs as a separate fee.