The Federation of Early Childhood Educators (FIPEQ) advocates for enhancing the public childcare system and addressing issues with the Childcare Services Registration Portal.
According to FIPEQ President Anne-Marie Bellerose, there is a concerning trend of prioritizing subsidized private daycares over Early Childhood Centres, which she views as a short-sighted approach.
Recent reports have highlighted challenges with the new childcare registration portal aimed at streamlining processes. Bellerose stresses the urgency of resolving these issues promptly to benefit both parents and children.
The ongoing struggle of retaining and attracting childcare workers is another key concern. Bellerose emphasizes the importance of improving working conditions to attract new professionals and retain existing ones in the field.
FIPEQ, a CSQ affiliate, represents around 12,000 workers across Early Childhood Centres and regulated family daycare environments.
Keyphrase: childcare system improvement
