Government funding supports 32 new child care spaces in Chilliwack
CHILLIWACK — In a significant boost to child care accessibility is getting a boost in Chilliwack. A news release from the Ministry of Education and Child Care says dozens of families now have access to a state-of-the-art child care centre offering holistic, culturally inclusive, and nature-based programming. In partnership with the province, the Unique Get Together Society has transformed a residential property into a child care hub, accommodating up to 32 children.
The society secured a $1.2 million grant from the ChildCareBC New Spaces funding program to do the renovation work. The facility boasts accessibility features, including a wheelchair ramp, automatic doors, and play structures accessible to all children.
“The growing Chilliwack community is benefiting from a new inclusive and accessible child care centre that can support children of all abilities and all cultures,” said Grace Lore, Minister of State for Child Care. “By partnering with not-for-profit organizations such as the Unique Get Together Society, we’re able to deliver the types of early learning and child care experiences that families want and need.”
“We are called Whole Child Childcare because our philosophy considers the body, mind and spirit with heart-led programming,” said Lousha Angel, daycare manager. “We include Indigenous teachings all throughout the centre. We offer year-round immersive nature-based play with kids planting and growing foods, so children have a connection to the Earth, and we celebrate and learn about all the cultures of our diverse families.”
