Child Care Licensing Regulations

Whereas staffing shortages have led to the unavailability of licensed daycare and after-school care spots; And whereas childcare service provides the opportunity for youth employment and valuable skills development; And whereas youth already provide care for school-age children as leaders in summer camps, working as lifeguards, and other areas of demonstrated responsibility; And whereas childcare facilities are often located in or near high schools: Therefore be it resolved that UBCM ask the provincial government to modify Section 29 of the Child Care Licensing Regulation to allow certified care staff to include those below the age of 19, particularly for after-school-care of school age children.