Del Duca says the plan is about making life a bit easier for Ontario families, especially coming out of the pandemic.
“Despite how hard they’re working year in and year out, they feel like they’re falling behind. They want the very best start for their kids in life. They also want to be able to keep working, or return to work, but the numbers are really tough on those families. And I really do view this as economic policy, as much if not more so, than social policy.”
Bay of Quinte Provincial Liberal Candidate Emilie Leneveu touts the party’s proposed child care plan, during a virtual event, on May 12, 2021. (Photo: Zoom)
Leneveu says the funding program would help address the different needs of families across the riding.
“Changing the ways that we work with parents to get the basic things they need and the needs they need based on their families and their particular environment. I’m looking forward to seeing pocket books change and also seeing radical change, in fixing the gaps in our services.”
The plan also promises a 50% increase in the provincial child tax credit for families who choose options other than licensed child care, as well as to enhance the 18-month parental-leave program.
