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DARTMOUTH A Dartmouth-area MLA believes Nova Scotia is on the cusp of what could be a daycare crisis and is calling for universal childcare. Claudia Chender, the NDP MLA for Dartmouth South, has heard from about 35 parents this week after Dartmouth Day Care Centre shared plans to consolidate its Crichton Avenue and Caledonia Road locations – leaving some children without a spot. I would say the overall mood is panic, Chender said, adding that she believes the real issue is the introduction of pre-primary de-stabilized the early childcare sector. CTV News was unable to interview the Board of Directors at Dartmouth Day Care Centre, but its letter to parents said Nova Scotia is experiencing fundamental changes, which have been further complicated by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Posted: Mar 11, 2021 8:48 PM AT | Last Updated: March 12
The Dartmouth Day Care Centre s board of directors told parents Wednesday its location on Crichton Avenue (pictured) will consolidate with its other location on Caledonia Road in May, and not all parents will be able to keep their spots.(Alex Cooke/CBC)