The Government of Canada and the Government of British Columbia, through the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care Agreement, will partner to open a new $10 a Day intake this fall from October 1 to October 31. This intake will be for providers who want to offer $10 a Day child care, where successful applicants …
The Ministry of Education and Child Care is seeking expressions of interest from school districts for the development and delivery of interactive, experiential learning activities for students in Grades 8 to 10 that showcase in-demand, public sector health careers. To apply for this initiative, please review the Expression of Interest document and submit a completed application. …
All 1601 updates should now be completed through the new Education Data Exchange (EDX). Schools and districts can edit their details and contact information directly in the system, eliminating the need to submit forms. Visit the EDX Info Hub for more information and news on other changes coming this fall/winter.
As part of the new provincial initiative that was announced earlier this year, the Ministry of Education and Child Care has launched a K-12 Literacy Supports web page. The web page offers information for school and district staff including a one-page information sheet to support communications with families about the K-12 Literacy Supports initiative, and …
The ChildCareBC website has been refreshed with a new look and feel to help families, child care providers and partners, and early childhood professionals easily find the information they need, when they need it. The refreshed website improves the overall user experience by grouping information into six categories: Please note that you may need to …
The Early Learning and Child Care Act (ELCCA) came into force on September 1, 2024. This new Act expands the purpose for which a child care grant may be paid to include establishing a child care facility, improving the inclusivity in child care for children with support needs and facilitating the design and delivery of …
Ministry of Education and Child Care staff have developed an information resource for Career Program leads and educators about the transition of the Youth Work in Trades (WRK) Award to an application-based scholarship. The resource provides information regarding the eligibility of students for automatic consideration for a WRK Award, and the application requirements for students …
As of September 1, 2024, Fédération des parents francophones de Colombie-Britannique began Francophone CCRR services throughout the province. This is B.C.’s first dedicated Francophone CCRR service provider, offering expanded services in French to support Francophone families, child care providers and the child care workforce. The provider also assists local CCRRs in supporting Francophone service users …
The Ministry of Children and Family Development has new suicide and self-harm prevention resources available for educators, families and caring adults. These resources aim to reduce stigma, increase mental health literacy, and build capacity to support students who are experiencing suicidal and self-harm behaviours. For more information and to access these new resources, please visit …
Naloxone kits for schools can be ordered online via the Product Distribution Centre. As per the direction of the Provincial Health Officer, schools/school districts are encouraged to assess their risk using the Naloxone Risk Assessment Tool and, if advised, obtain a naloxone kit and ensure an on-site adult is trained to use it. For assistance …
