Activity 3.1 | Provincial Programs

Children have a right to access childcare programs, and if they need support, they should be able to get the needed support. The Government of BC has launched an Inclusive Child Care Strategy to help childcare programs develop the resources and ability to welcome diverse children and families. 

The Provincial toolkit for inclusioncan provide useful information.

Across British Columbia, there continues to be funding for including all children. The funding for supported child development varies; sometimes families must wait to get the funds needed for a support worker.

You have been reflecting on and writing your intentions and goals for inclusion in your journal. Reflecting and resisting your reflections can help articulate and guide your process. 

Keeping a list of resources can also be helpful, so when a family or child joins your program who might need either extra help from a support worker or extra funding or information, you will have suggestions. It can also help you find information that will provide ideas for working with a child.

References

Government of British Columbia. (2025). Inclusive child care resources and supports. https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/family-social-supports/caring-for-young-children/information-for-partners-providers/inclusive-child-care

Government of British Columbia. (2024). Inclusive child care toolkit: Supporting children of all abilities. Ministry of Education and Child Care. https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/family-and-social-supports/child-care/info-partners-prov/inclusive-child-care/inclusive_child_care_toolkit.pdf