COVID-19 Resources for Parents and Families

​As the regulator for the early childhood education profession, we are keeping a close eye on the developing COVID-19 situation. We are communicating regularly with Registered Early Childhood Educators (RECEs) to share information and provide needed support. We also wish to be helpful to you.

FAQs

Is my child required to use a mask or face covering in child care now that the City of Toronto has passed the bylaw to make them mandatory in indoor public spaces?

No, the bylaw stated that it does not apply to child care or for those who cannot wear a mask for medical reasons, children under the age of two and other reasonable accommodations.

College Updates

June 12, 2020 - Letter to Minister Lecce on re-opening child care

June 12, 2020 -  Statement on the re-opening of child care

Government Announcements

September 11, 2020 - Ontario Launches COVID-19 School and Licensed Child Care-specific Web Page

September 3, 2020 - Governments Extend Child Care Funding to Support Working Parents

August 7, 2020 - Historic Agreement Delivers Over $230 Million for Child Care

July 30, 2020 - Ontario Continues to Gradually and Safely Reopen Child Care for Working Parents

July 30, 2020 - Ontario Releases Plan for Safe Reopening of Schools in September

June 30, 2020 - City of Toronto makes masks or face coverings mandatory in enclosed public spaces. Note that child care is excluded from this requirement.

June 9, 2020 - Government of Ontario announces child care operators can re-open as early as June 12

May 9, 2020 - Government of Ontario announces supporting parents as economy reopens

Government Resources

Ontario Government's webpage on COVID-19, check back regularly for updates

Letter from the Minister of Education to parents

Learning at home for Ontario's students 

COVID-19 Fact Sheet: Talking to Children About the Pandemic 

Parenting during COVID-19

EarlyON Re-Opening

Before and After School Programs Operational Guidance

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