Share this Story: Here's what to expect as federal government negotiates massive new child-care deal with provincesHere's what to expect as federal government negotiates massive new child-care deal with provinces Ottawa may now 'have a greater influence in how provinces move forward': Canadian Child Care Federation Photo by file photoArticle content The marquee item in Monday’s federal budget was a promise for $30 billion in child care funding over five years, and at least $8.3 billion annually after that. All of this is easier said than done, however, as child care directly falls under provincial jurisdiction. Try refreshing your browser, or Here's what to expect as federal government negotiates massive new child-care deal with provinces Back to video Freeland has said she’s already had discussions with some provinces on child care, but when asked on Tuesday whether any provinces have indicated opposition, she declined to say. National Post: When we say child care is provincial jurisdiction, what exactly does that mean? NP: How do things currently work with the federal government and child care, before the new budget announcement?

Source: National Post April 20, 2021 21:33 UTC