Child-care costs are dropping across Canada. But some families are still waiting years for spaces

Advocates say governments' efforts to lower child care fees has been successful — to a point. Prices have dropped significantly across the country, but despite billions in extra funding, there’s still not enough spaces to meet demand.

Child-care costs are dropping across Canada. But some families are still waiting years for spaces
Mom holds baby and has her daughter next to them.

Advocates say governments' efforts to lower child care fees has been successful — to a point. Prices have dropped significantly across the country, but despite billions in extra funding, there’s still not enough spaces to meet demand.