Lanark County administers and funds licensed child care services under the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) program, aiming to make care more affordable and accessible for families. The program supports high-quality, inclusive early learning environments that foster success for every child.
Children’s Services support families, children and licensed child care programs by providing:
- CWELCC funding for approved licensed child care providers under the provincial Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA).
- Financial assistance to eligible families to afford licensed child care in Lanark County through fee subsidy.
- Wage enhancement to CWELCC licensed child care operators.
- Inclusion Support Funding and services to support the inclusion of all children in CWELCC licensed child care.
- Funding for EarlyON Child and Family Centres.
- Pedagogical support and professional development for early learning practitioners and programs.
Lanark County Service Plan (2024-2029)
Lanark County’s five-year Children’s Services Service Plan is a forward-thinking roadmap designed to strengthen the child care and early years system across the region. With a focus on creating a system that is equitable, accessible, affordable, inclusive, and sustainable, this plan reflects Lanark County’s commitment to supporting children and families at every stage of development.
Learn more about Lanark County Children’s Services Service Plan 2024-2029.
