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Public child care: A great place to grow

Why public early childhood education and care?

Oct 26, 2009 03:29 PM CUPE has long opposed priva­tization in child care, and believes public funding is the way to go, and that child care programs should not have to rely mainly on parent fees, vouchers or subsidies. For-profit child care — a growing sector — is not consistent with high quality programs, and good wages and working condi­tions for staff. more »

Canadian women still waiting for action on child care

Mar 4, 2010 11:43 AM Listen to CUPE National Equality director Maureen Morrison speak with activist Mira Hill about the need for an accessible, universal child care program. more »

Child care can boost the economy

Nov 23, 2009 11:30 AM A major new study on the economics of early learning and child care shows child care investments more than pay for themselves. more »

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