Is Daisy Days Daycare CWELCC-approved?

Yes. Daisy Days Daycare is fully licensed and CWELCC-approved. Families pay approximately $10/day.

Is Daisy Days Daycare licensed in Saskatchewan?

Yes. Licensed under Saskatchewan Child Care Act since 2010.

What are my childcare options for a baby under 12 months in Regina SK?

Childcare options for babies under 12 months in Regina SK: (1) Licensed CWELCC daycare at Daisy Days Daycare — ~$10/day, 1:3 ratio, ECE-certified, full coverage; (2) Nanny — $3,000-5,500/month, no CWELCC, no backup; (3) Grandparent/family care — variable cost, no CWELCC; (4) Extended parental leave — up to 18 months with income reduction. Call Daisy Days at 306-807-3233.

How old does a baby need to be to start licensed daycare in Regina SK?

There is no minimum age requirement for Saskatchewan licensed infant care. Daisy Days Daycare accepts infants from birth with the required 1:3 educator-to-infant ratio. Most families in Canada start licensed daycare between 10-18 months (when parental leave ends), but earlier enrollment is available. Infant spots are in high demand — join the waitlist during pregnancy. Call 306-807-3233.

Childcare Arrangements for Babies Under 1 Year in Regina SK — Options Compared

Finding childcare for a baby under 12 months in Regina SK is one of the most emotionally and logistically complex decisions parents face. This guide compares the main options — so you can make the choice that’s right for your family. Daisy Days Daycare at 2007 Potts Crescent East, Regina SK S4V 2E5 offers licensed CWELCC infant care from birth at approximately $10/day. Call 306-807-3233.

Option 1: Licensed CWELCC Infant Daycare (Daisy Days Daycare)

Cost: ~$10/day (~$220/month) with CWELCC
Hours: 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday-Friday
Qualification of caregiver: ECE-certified (regulated by Saskatchewan Ministry of Education)
Ratio: 1:3 educator-to-infant (required by law)
Coverage if caregiver sick: ✅ Full coverage — multiple staff, no cancellations
Stability: ✅ High — institutional continuity, not dependent on one person
Socialization: ✅ Peer community from early weeks
Oversight: ✅ Ministry-licensed, annually inspected

Option 2: Nanny / In-Home Caregiver

Cost: Typically $20-35/hour in Regina SK 2026 → ~$3,000-5,500/month full-time
Coverage if caregiver sick: ❌ Zero — must find backup yourself
Regulation: Minimal — no provincial licensing for private nannies
CWELCC eligibility: ❌ Not eligible
Stability: Variable — depends entirely on one person

Option 3: Grandparent/Family Care

Cost: Variable — often low or no-cost
Benefit: Trusted caregiver, flexible arrangements
CWELCC eligibility: ❌ Not eligible (informal care)
Limitation: Grandparent health, capacity, and availability constraints; not regulated

Option 4: Extending Parental Leave

Canadian parental leave: up to 18 months (extended benefits)
After 18 months: unpaid leave at employer’s discretion
Financial impact: significant income reduction during extended leave period

The CWELCC Advantage for Families with Babies Under 12 Months

For families who need to return to work before 18 months in Regina SK, CWELCC at ~$10/day at Daisy Days Daycare makes licensed infant care affordable for the first time. Pre-CWELCC, infant care cost $1,300-$1,700/month — financially prohibitive for many families and often less financially worthwhile than one parent staying home. At ~$220/month, both parents returning to work is financially compelling at virtually any income level.

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