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Finding child care that meets your family’s needs is important. Quality child care programs are welcoming and safe spaces that support the development, health, and well-being of your child.  

Finding child care

Use the online Child Care Lookup Tool to find licensed child care options in your area.


Ask questions or report concerns

The Child Care Connect line is a toll-free phone service. Call 1-844-644-5165 to find child care, ask questions or report concerns. 


Help with cost

Parents and caregivers can apply for child care subsidies for children in full-time kindegarten and grades 1-6. Eligibility depends on income, child care program and the number of hours a child attends each month.


Types of care

Learn about the different types of child care available. Understand the differences between licensed, unlicensed, facility based, and home-based options. Check out this guide for caregivers to help you know what to look for and ask, when choosing child care. 


Supports for inclusion

Supports to help child care programs include all children in programming and activities. 


Supports for programs and educators

Information and resources  including grant funding, claims and certification.


Family Resource Network
Phone: 780-416-6730
Email: familyresourcenetwork@strathcona.ca
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Last updated: Wednesday, April 09, 2025
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