The City of Richmond is kicking off Child Care Month with two planned events in May.
Child Care Month, which is celebrated every May in B.C., recognizes the work and dedication of early childhood educators and child care providers who support the well-being of children.
Child care was emphasized as an important essential service during the pandemic, according to Mayor Malcolm Brodie.
“The city is committed to working in partnership with child care stakeholders to ensure the needs of Richmond families and children are addressed,” said Brodie, adding that currently, there are over 7,700 licensed child care facilities in Richmond.
The first event is a Child Care Symposium that is scheduled to take place virtually on Zoom on May 7 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
It will feature three presentations to help childcare providers and parents to learn about the importance of relationships as well as provide strategies to build those relationships with the children they care for.
A participation fee of $5 is required from people before they join the event.
The second event, titled “Children’s Art Exhibition,” is hosted by the Richmond Public Library and features paintings and other original creations from local care programs at the Brighouse branch from May 2 to 22.
For more information about the Child Care Symposium and the Children’s Art Exhibition, click here or email childcare@richmond.ca.
