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citizenptnewsmn.bsky.social
A groundbreaking initiative in Long Prairie aims to tackle childcare shortages by converting small residential units into licensed family-childcare sites.

Learn more here!

#ToddCounty #MN #ToddCountyChildCare #CommunitySupport #AffordableChildcare #ChildCareAccess #CitizenPortal
Presentation on "Child Care House" outlines plan to build small residential child‑care units in Long Prairie
Business of Child Care’s Jeff Andrews told Todd County commissioners about the Child Care House model: small, fully furnished residential units (about 800 sq ft) converted into licensed family‑childcare sites, operator selection, startup support and funding strategies; local officials discussed slots, affordability and fraud concerns.
citizenportal.ai
January 8, 2026 at 2:43 AM
vjm4democracy.bsky.social
Just the facts, folks. Just the facts.

#Canada
#UniversalHealthCare
#SocialSafetyNet
#AffordableChildcare
#LivableWages
stevev68.bsky.social Steve Valeriote @stevev68.bsky.social · 10d
And Joe Rogan thinks our country is a disaster.... #cdnpoli
December 31, 2025 at 3:38 PM
lisabeare.bsky.social
Working families should not be paying extra for a reasonable day of child care.

Our government is ending unfair fees and setting a clear standard families can rely on 💛 while levelling the playing field across the sector ✅ ✅

#AffordableChildCare #ChildCareBC #bcpoli

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Standard hours created for B.C. child care centres to better support families - Victoria News
Upcoming B.C. guidelines enforce 9.5 hours of daily child care
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December 16, 2025 at 9:01 PM
calliebarr.bsky.social
It's Day 15 of the Affordable LIFE Advent Calendar: Provide Affordable Childcare.

To see a list of my priorities visit www.callieforcongress.com

#MI01 #Affordablelife #callieforcongress #childcare #affordablechildcare #investment #ruralstrong #ruralMichigan
December 15, 2025 at 4:23 PM
sehaley.bsky.social
"I only support the most unreasonable and unpopular policies / sarcasm."

#fragileliberal #snowflake #everyonefedandhoused #walkablecities #cleanandsafeenvironment #LGBTQ+Liberation #healthcare #thrivingwages #affordablechildcare #accessiblepublictransit #fullyfundedpublicschools and #community
digital illustration in comic book style with text, 'what does the fragile liberal snowflake want now?!' with snowflakes and text that read, 'everyone fed and housed, walkable cities, abobo access, clean and safe environment, LGBTQ+ Liberation, health care, thriving wages, affordable child care, accessible public transit, fully funded public schools and community'
December 2, 2025 at 8:36 PM
thecanadareport.bsky.social
Saskatchewan Secures $1.6 Billion Federal Deal to Extend $10-a-Day Child Care

Read more: 👇
https://www.thecanadareport.ca/featured/saskatchewan-10-a-day-child-care-deal/

#saskatchewan #childcare #federalfunding #familysupport #education #affordablechildcare #canada
Saskatchewan Secures $1.6 Billion Federal Deal to Extend $10-a-Day Child Care
Saskatchewan extends $10-a-day child care, securing $1.6B federal funding to support families and providers.
www.thecanadareport.ca
November 29, 2025 at 5:09 PM
the-14.com
Child-care affordability is coming at the expense of equity — and it’s time governments acted
#Canada #ChildCare #EarlyLearning #Inequality #CWELCC #SocialJustice #LowIncomeFamilies #PublicPolicy #Equity #AffordableChildCare #Ontario #Poverty
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Child-care affordability is coming at the expense of equity — and it’s time governments acted | The-14
Canada’s $10-a-day child care improves affordability but leaves low-income families behind, deepening inequity as subsidies shrink and access remains limited.
the-14.com
November 17, 2025 at 4:10 PM
fcssbc.bsky.social
It's time to deliver:
✅ Make all licensed programs $10aDay
✅ Universal before- & after-school care
✅ Fair wages for educators

Let's push for real progress! Families and our economy depend on it.
Learn more: www.10aday.ca/get_to_work

#10aDay #ChildCare #BCPoli #AffordableChildCare #GenderEquality
Get to Work
Premier Eby wants BC to "get to work" - but we can only do that if there’s enough affordable child care. Parents and grandparents can't work a full day without quality child care in place. BC’s…
www.10aday.ca
November 13, 2025 at 3:40 PM
f5sanmateo.bsky.social
Families in San Mateo County deserve affordable, high-quality child care. A recent @kqednews.kqed.org podcast highlighted @jackiespeier.bsky.social’s work to strengthen local child care systems & support working parents. Listen here: www.kqed.org/news/1205893...

#SanMateoCounty #AffordableChildcare
Alameda County Child Care Providers Receive Much Needed Cash | KQED
After a yearslong holdup, Alameda County has started distributing funds from Measure C, a 2020 ballot measure that uses a half-cent sales tax to increase access to child care.
www.kqed.org
November 5, 2025 at 8:16 PM
jmsbkb.bsky.social
✊🏿✊🏾✊🏽✊🏻 #dsa #rentcontrol #affordablehousing #affordablechildcare #freepublictransportation #foodjustice

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Appraising Mamdani’s Five Key Policies — The Democracy Collaborative
Mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani’s policies are not only feasible, but could work to improve the lives of a majority of New Yorkers. And they have past precedent in the city, Professor Maliha Safri wr...
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November 3, 2025 at 7:13 PM
jmsbkb.bsky.social
Great interview w @DiazForMichigan!
#grandrapids #michigan #mileg #senate #affordablehousing #rentcontrol #unionstrong #MedicareForAll #unionstrong #affordablechildcare #abolishice #breadnotbombs

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Vote for Ivan Diaz! - Michigan Senate District 29
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October 25, 2025 at 2:54 PM
dda604.bsky.social
The province adds 900 new child care spaces in 14 communities across the province. Families could also take part in the province's fee-reduction programs. #childcare #communitysupport #families #AffordableChildcare news.gov.bc.ca/releases/202...
Families throughout B.C. will benefit from more than 900 new child care spaces
Families in 14 communities throughout the province will benefit from more than 900 new licensed child care spaces that will open this fall, expanding access to affordable, high-quality child care.
news.gov.bc.ca
October 20, 2025 at 4:20 PM
laurahuberforaz.bsky.social
Working parents deserve support 👶 I’ll expand access to quality, affordable childcare so families can thrive and fully participate in the workforce. #AffordableChildcare #LauraHuberAZ #AZSenate
October 20, 2025 at 3:17 AM
erniejohnston.bsky.social
"... we've got to talk about big, bold ideas that reorder power in this country."

imo, Ideas like #UniversalHealthCare, AffordableChildCare, etc.

What are your BOLD ideas?! lmk
atrupar.com Aaron Rupar @atrupar.com · Oct 16
Murphy: "If we want to win the argument nationally on the economy, then we've got to break our addiction to incremental economic change. And we've got to talk about big, bold ideas that reorder power in this country."
October 18, 2025 at 12:12 AM
allhandshomecare.bsky.social
This state will be the first to offer free childcare,regardless of income #ChildCare #oc #UniversalChildCare #ChildWellBeing #SocialImpact #FamilySupport #art #AffordableChildCare #EconomicJustice #ChildrenFirst #NewMexico #NewMexicoNews #Bluesky #Booksky #FamilyFirst #ChildCareCrisis #FutureOfWork
This state will be the first to offer free child care, regardless of income — The Washington Post
New Mexico ranks last among all states on child well-being, but its Democratic governor has committed to be the first to offer free universal child care.
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September 28, 2025 at 4:49 PM
f5sanmateo.bsky.social
This work is also shaping the San Mateo County Child Care Blueprint, a community-driven plan to ensure that every child receives high-quality care and early learning.

Learn more in @kqednews.kqed.org: www.kqed.org/news/1205533...

#ChildhoodMatters #StrongFamilies #ThrivingKids #AffordableChildcare
Alameda County Is Giving Cash to Child Care Providers. Other Bay Area Counties Are Envious | KQED
In the Bay Area, where child care costs are among the highest in the nation, counties are seeking local funding solutions to support caregivers and the families who rely on them.
www.kqed.org
September 23, 2025 at 11:24 PM
jmsbkb.bsky.social
Tonight! Principled progressive who will fight of regular people!
#unionstrong #medicareforall #rentcontrol #affordablechildcare #freehighereducation #humanrights #cleanwater
September 10, 2025 at 6:02 PM
citizenptnewstx.bsky.social
The City Council of Corpus Christi is facing backlash over rising latchkey fees that threaten the affordability of essential youth programs for working families.

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#TX #YouthEmpowerment #CitizenPortal #CommunitySupport #CorpusChristiYouthPrograms #AffordableChildcare
Councilman Roy advocates for affordable latchkey services in Corpus Christi
Local officials discuss rising fees for after-school programs impacting working families in Corpus Christi.
citizenportal.ai
September 4, 2025 at 6:05 AM
citizenptnewsco.bsky.social
The St. Vrain Valley School District is taking bold steps to tackle the childcare crisis, emphasizing that investing in early childhood education is key to community growth and student success.

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#CO #CitizenPortal #EarlyChildhoodEducation #AffordableChildcare #StVrainValley
Boulder County Childcare Coalition Proposes Public Funding for Early Childhood Education
Coalition seeks support for ballot initiative to enhance childcare accessibility and affordability.
citizenportal.ai
August 25, 2025 at 5:13 PM
citizenptnewsco.bsky.social
The St. Vrain Valley School District is set to launch an innovative pilot child care program aimed at easing the burden of high costs for families, starting August 2026!

Learn more here

#CO #CitizenPortal #WorkforceInvestment #AffordableChildCare
Saint Vrain Valley Schools Launch Child Care Initiative for Birth to Three Program
District proposes two pilot locations to address child care shortages for families.
citizenportal.ai
August 25, 2025 at 5:09 PM
citizenptnewsco.bsky.social
A new initiative in Larimer County could revolutionize affordable childcare, but it all hinges on a crucial vote this November.

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#LarimerCounty #CO #CitizenPortal #WorkforceParticipation #AffordableChildcare
Larimer County Commissioners Support Early Childhood Funding Initiative for Affordable Care
Commissioners advocate for a public funding measure to improve child care access and quality.
citizenportal.ai
August 20, 2025 at 12:44 PM
jmsbkb.bsky.social
For more info, www.voteivandiaz.com Ivan Diaz for a New Day | Candidate for #Michigan Senate District 29 #grandrapids

#qualityeducation #MiCare #freehighereducation #rentcontrol #affordablechildcare #taxtherich #rentcontrol #unionstrong #cleanwater #climatejustice
Ivan Diaz for a New Day | Candidate for Michigan Senate District 29 | Vote Ivan Diaz
Vote Ivan Diaz for the Michigan state Senate, building on the representation of real, working people in our community.
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August 4, 2025 at 4:52 PM
rephanbidge.com
Childcare isn’t a luxury—it’s essential. Let’s support working parents and invest in our future – please call your senator and urge support for HB 1534. #AffordableChildcare #InvestInFamilies

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July 9, 2025 at 2:25 PM
citizenptnewspa.bsky.social
Lycoming County is stepping up to support affordable childcare with a crucial $615K bond increase for FireTree's expansion, addressing unexpected costs and community needs.

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#LycomingCounty #PA #CitizenPortal #LycomingCountyChildcare #AffordableChildcare #CommunityDevelopment
Lycoming County Authority approves $615K bond increase for FireTree childcare expansion
Authority approves additional funding for FireTree's childcare project to address unexpected costs.
citizenportal.ai
June 21, 2025 at 1:17 AM
redheadedblackbelt.bsky.social
Childcare Access Crisis Detailed to Eureka City Council https://kymkemp.com/2025/06/05/childcare-access-crisis-detailed-to-eureka-city-council/#EurekaCityCouncil #ChildcareCrisis #ARPAFunding #CCRP #AffordableChildcare #ParentingCosts #CommunityAction #EurekaNews #HumboldtCounty #LocalGovt
Childcare Access Crisis Detailed to Eureka City Council
The Eureka City Council heard a report showing that only 41% of local childcare needs are met, with costs consuming 43% of median income, sparking calls for action beyond the city’s scope.
kymkemp.com
June 5, 2025 at 2:05 PM