VICTORIA –New Democrat MLA Claire Trevena, welcomes new child care funding for the Campbell River and District Association for Community Living, and the Laichwiltach Family Life Society in Campbell River as a part of the B.C. government’s Early Learning and Child Care (ELCC) agreement with the Government of Canada.

“This investment will help families and children with extra support needs access inclusive child care in Campbell River,” said Trevena. “All parents want what’s best for their children, and this investment will go a long way in making that a reality”

“This investment also provides Indigenous children with extra support needs better access to specialized and culturally appropriate care in Campbell River,” Trevena added.

The Campbell River and District Association for Community Living, and Laichwiltach Family Life Society are two of 83 organizations across the province that will be sharing $30 million in funding over the next three years to expand and enhance their Supported Child Development and Aboriginal Supported Child Development programming for families with children with extra support needs.

For more information: http://news.gov.bc.ca/18343