City of Vernon staff are looking into possible sites for a childcare facility on public land.
The province is currently urging B.C. communities to apply for up to $1 million in funding if they construct or refit a public space for a childcare program which would run for a minimum 15 years.
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A provincial spokesperson told council there is a dearth of childcare spaces in many B.C. communities.
Councillor Scott Anderson says he’s concerned the money could be pulled if a new government is formed after the next election.
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