Less than half of daycare spaces promised by Ottawa have been created ahead of 2026 deadline

The launch of a new national daycare program fuelled high hopes among Canadian families three years ago, but new figures show Ottawa is still a long way from meeting its goal of offering affordable spaces to "all families who need it" by 2026.

Less than half of daycare spaces promised by Ottawa have been created ahead of 2026 deadline
A baby plays with blocks.

The launch of a new national daycare program fuelled high hopes among Canadian families three years ago, but new figures show Ottawa is still a long way from meeting its goal of offering affordable spaces to "all families who need it" by 2026.