Questions surround the future of childcare in this Region, with the
Federal Government intending to cancel funding for the Best Start Program.
The Keewatin-Patricia District School Board has put all of its
renovation plans on hold as a result.
Director of Education Janet Wilkenson says it’s disappointing but
notes it had to be done.
n042 runs: 12 sec. out…capital costs.
Wilkenson says having early childhood care is critical and she hopes
both levels of Government can reach an agreement.

