Child Care Early Childhood Educator Wage Enhancement
British Columbia
Government of British Columbia
Funding Amount
Employers that pay a minimum of $18 per hour plus vacation pay can be reimbursed $8 per hour.
Program Contact Details
10aDayCentres@gov.bc.ca
1-888-338-6622
Industry
Education, healthcare and social assistance
What is this funding for?
Funding for workers in BC child-care facilities
Program Description
As part of British Columbia’s Early Care and Learning Recruitment and Retention Strategy, Early Childhood Educators (ECEs) working in eligible licensed child care facilities can receive a $6 per hour wage enhancement. This is the fourth wage enhancement offered to licensed ECEs since September 2018. The total wage enhancement will increase the median wage for ECEs up to about $29 per hour.
Additional funding for statutory benefits is provided at a rate of 19.92% (effective January 1, 2025).
Steps to Apply
1. Review eligibility criteria for the Early Childhood Educator Wage Enhancement program
2. Ensure your facility is approved for the Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative
3. Gather necessary documentation, including facility and staff information
4. Access the ECE Wage Enhancement Application Form on the official website
5. Complete the application form accurately
6. Submit the completed application form through the designated online portal
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