1.4 Government Structures and Regulatory Bodies

Municipal Governments

Municipal governments have specific regulations and bylaws related to child care. Your local government’s website will most likely have a link to these bylaws. It is important to consider these when looking to open or expand a child care centre.

In some instances, you may not be able to obtain a business license due to bylaws. Some examples of bylaws you need to consider related to child care include:

• Zoning, development, building permits

• Building signage

• Business licence

• Parking

• Fire safety and emergency planning

Review the municipal government child care handbook to learn more about municipal guidelines Explore your own municipal bylaws.