Rouyn-Noranda — Childcare Services Fund
Rouyn-Noranda, QC, Canada
Innovative childcare fund supporting new daycare spots creation
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- grant_single|openingDateApril 26, 2022
- grant_single|closingDateDecember 31, 2023
- grant_single|grantStatusClosed
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Grant and Funding
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- Health care and social assistance
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- City of Rouyn-Noranda
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The Fonds Services de garde was a public-private initiative aimed at creating new childcare spaces in Quebec, providing up to $4,000 in funding over two years to support accredited home childcare providers. The program facilitated the opening of new childcare spaces and the conversion of private spaces into subsidized ones, with eligibility for officially accredited providers from January 1, 2022.
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This grant supports the creation and enhancement of childcare services in Rouyn-Noranda. The eligible projects focus on establishing new childcare spaces and converting private places into subsidized ones within accredited childcare services.
- Creation of new places in accredited childcare services.
- Conversion of private childcare places into subsidized places within accredited services.
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Eligibility for this grant required specific conditions to be met by applicants.
- The applicant must be a Responsible de services de garde (RSG) officially accredited by the Bureau coordonnateur at the Centre de la petite enfance Bonnaventure as of January 1, 2022.
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Any officially accredited Home Childcare Provider (RSG) from 1st January 2022 by the coordinating office at the Centre de la petite enfance Bonnaventure was eligible for the Fonds Services de garde.
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The grant covers specific expenses associated with starting new daycare services and supporting accredited daycare providers.
- Startup costs for new daycare services.
- Providing a recognition bonus to daycare providers upon accreditation.
- Offering retention bonuses to sustain engagement of daycare providers.
- Ensuring long-term stability bonuses for daycare operations.
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This grant initiative focuses on the region where it was locally administered. The eligible geographical area is specified by the involvement of regional partners.
- Region of Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec, Canada.
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- Step 1: Determine Eligibility
- Ensure your service is officially accredited as of January 1, 2022, by the Bureau coordonnateur at the Centre de la petite enfance Bonnaventure.
- Step 2: Accreditation Confirmation
- Verify that your name appears on the monthly list of officially accredited responsible for daycares (RSG) provided by the Bureau coordonnateur.
- Step 3: Initial Contact
- Contact the CLD Rouyn-Noranda to express interest in the grant and confirm your accreditation status.
- Discuss and understand the funding terms such as start-up incentives and timeline.
- Step 4: Application Submission
- Sign agreements and submit any required documentation as guided by the CLD Rouyn-Noranda.
- Include any financial planning or budget outline necessary for the initial $1,000 recognition incentive.
- Step 5: Ongoing Documentation
- After the initial incentive, ensure timely submission of necessary documents at the 12-month and 24-month intervals for the additional disbursements ($1,500) if applicable.
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The grant was initially financed with a 40,000 CAD fund from a combination of public and private sources and increased with additional contributions.
- The Fonds Services de garde was unique as the first public-private partnership tool created to enhance daycare facilities in Quebec.
- A structured financial support scheme was provided over two years, with specific phases aimed at recognition, retention, and sustainability for service providers.
- The initiative also included developing complementary tools like an Excel accounting tracker to aid daycare providers with income declarations.
- Support mechanisms for daycare providers included personalized assistance and ongoing support as autonomous workers.
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A Pioneering Public-Private Partnership for Childcare Expansion
The "Fonds Services de garde" was a groundbreaking initiative in Quebec, aimed at addressing the shortage of childcare spaces through a collaborative public-private partnership. Initiated by the Comité Garderies, it successfully mobilized financial and strategic contributions from various local stakeholders, enhancing the childcare infrastructure significantly.
In-Depth Insight into the Fonds Services de garde
The "Fonds Services de garde" represents a pioneering effort in Quebec to expand childcare services through an innovative financing model that leverages both public and private investments. Launched with an initial funding of $40,000 raised by the CLD Rouyn-Noranda and key local partners including the City of Rouyn-Noranda, the SADC, and the Caisse Desjardins, this fund aimed to create new childcare slots to meet the growing demand among families and workers, thereby boosting the local economy.
The Fonds operated by supplementing the non-repayable financial aid of $3,500 provided by the Ministry of the Family with additional sums to aid the start-up of new accredited home childcare services (RSGs). The financial support was structured over two years, starting with a $1,000 recognition premium upon launch, followed by $1,500 after the first and second years as loyalty and sustainability bonuses, respectively. This phased funding strategy helped foster stability and long-term commitment from newly accredited childcare providers. In total, the efforts led to the creation of 109 places across 17 licensed institutions, which included the conversion of existing private slots into subsidized ones.
Beyond financial contributions, the Fonds Services de garde catalyzed a series of complementary actions aimed at ensuring the operational readiness and sustainability of the childcare services entrusted to its care. The CLD Rouyn-Noranda developed an Excel-based accounting tool to streamline annual income reporting for RSGs and provided continuous personalized support to aid them in their roles as self-employed workers. This holistic approach not only improved business management practices among childcare providers but also significantly enhanced the overall quality and reliability of childcare options available to local families.
The legacy of the "Fonds Services de garde" lies in its success in building capacity within the childcare sector and demonstrating the efficacy of public-private partnerships in resolving pressing community issues. By uniting diverse stakeholders, including government bodies, financial institutions, and private enterprises, the fund set a precedent for future collaborations aimed at tackling socio-economic challenges. Although the fund was closed by the end of 2023, its impacts are expected to resonate well into the future, as the newly established childcare spaces continue to serve the community.
As part of its mission, the CLD Rouyn-Noranda also kept the community informed and engaged through regular updates via its newsletter, highlighting economic developments and new opportunities in the region. By fostering transparent communication and actively involving partners across various sectors, the initiative not only addressed immediate childcare needs but also strengthened economic ties and social cohesion within the community.
In summary, the "Fonds Services de garde" succeeded in providing crucial childcare support, demonstrating the power of synergistic collaboration between public entities and private stakeholders. Its exemplary outcomes serve as a model for other regions seeking to enhance local services and infrastructure through similarly innovative financing arrangements.
