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daycare costs

You probably have some questions ... like why is it only for preschool?
John Horgan and the B.C. NDP's proposal for universal $10-a-day child care is sensible, fully costed and will provide immediate relief for parents. We also know that providing quality early learning experiences for our children has incredible benefits to them, the school system and communities.
According to MoneySense, these are the top 10 cities to raise a family.
Today's child care costs are astronomical and rising. They put enormous strain on households, including young families, and make it more difficult for women to participate in the paid work force. For decades there has been little political response to the challenge, despite demands for action.
“There is a huge variation in the cost of child care between Canadian cities."
Daycare costs vary dramatically across the country.