I am pleased the Report demonstrates how we compare with other provinces but it also gives us guidance as we look to the future.  We know that providing affordable, quality, licensed child-care for families gives children a head start as they prepare for school and allows more parents the choice to pursue training, education and employment.

Manitoba Family Services Minister Gord Mackintosh

We acknowledge and appreciate the valuable information included, as it has helped to highlight pertinent areas on which to focus as we build a strong early childhood system for our youngest learners.

Darrin Pike, M.Ed., Deputy Minister Education, Newfoundland & Labrador


According to the Report, Nova Scotia is lagging behind other provinces in providing a coordinated approach to the delivery of early years programs. In the last Throne Speech the province committed to consulting and developing an integrated approach to early childhood development programs.

Nova Scotia Premier Darrell Dexter


The Ministry of Education has used the information and research to inform our early learning policy and program development.  We are pleased to see such a depth of information and range of research findings on the importance of high quality environments to support children’s learning and development.

Rod Allen, Superintendent Learning Division, British Columbia


We are very encouraged by the Report’s national recognition of our commitment to early childhood education. Working closely with the early childhood community, we have accomplished much in a short period, including the establishment of a school-based kindergarten program which is delivered by early childhood educators.

Prince Edward Island, Education and Early Childhood Development Minister Alan McIsaac