Executive summary

This document provides information for service system managers about authorizing recreational and skill building programs under the Child Care and Early Years Act, (CCEYA) to meet the needs of families. The document includes:

  • an overview of the child care and early years legislative and regulatory framework
  • a description of how authorized recreational and skill building programs and other programs and services, fit into care options available to families
  • guidance for service system managers to consider if they choose to exercise their authority to authorize recreational and skill building programs

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