6 if a mixed-age group up to 10 years with no more than two younger than 2 years. The province individually licenses regulated providers. Annual inspections are made by the Child Care Facilities Board, the Fire Marshall's office and an Environmental Health officer. No start-up funds. Agency staff must have ECE qualifications.
Most agencies provide training for caregivers and have a criminal screening process in place.
Provincial staff conducts annual visits and evaluations of agencies. New family day care regulations are now under development. Special needs funding is also available for children with designated disabilities. No more than 2 infants are allowed. Includes the caregiver's own children under 12.