Source: Government of Canada regional news (2)
As a result of a number of non-compliances that have gone unremedied by the provider, Jobs, Economy and Trade has put Play ‘N’ Fun Day Care on a probationary licence with a term to expire on July 9. Child Care Licensing is closely monitoring the program.
The licence holder is required to notify all parents of their probationary status and provide evidence of notification to the Ministry of Jobs, Economy and Trade. Families looking for alternative child-care options can contact Child Care Connect toll free at 1-844-644-5165 for information on other licenced programs or use the Child Care Look-up tool.
Anyone with concerns about a child-care program in their community or needing to report an incident can call Child Care Connect toll free at 1-844-644-5165.
Probationary licences
The vast majority of child-care providers and educators in Alberta are committed to the safety and well-being of the children in their care.
However, if a licenced child-care program is unable to meet the standards set out by Alberta’s government, it can be subject to enforcement action, including suspension of its licence and probation. Through continued monitoring, further enforcement up to and including cancellation of a licence can occur if the level of risk continues or escalates.
If the licenced child-care program is unable to return to compliance during the probationary period, the suspended licence expires. Cancellation is the last resort with compliance being the goal.
Quick facts
- Jobs, Economy and Trade monitors licensed child-care programs across the province and takes appropriate actions to ensure safety and compliance with the Early Learning and Child Care Act and the Early Learning and Child Care Regulation.
- A licence holder who is subject to a decision respecting their licence may request, within 30 days of the decision, an administrative review, alternative dispute resolution or an appeal to bring forward concerns regarding a licensing decision, up to and including cancellation.
- Alternative child-care options can be found online through the Child Care Lookup Tool.
- The Child Care Lookup Tool also includes inspection reports for existing licensed child-care programs.
Related information
- Child Care Lookup Tool
- Finding and Choosing Child Care
- Early Learning and Child Care Act
- Child Care Licensing – How to Appeal