Daisy Days Daycare at 2007 Potts Crescent East, Harbour Landing, Regina SK S4V 2E5 is a provincially licensed, CWELCC-enrolled childcare centre. For Regina SK parents comparing childcare options, the distinction between licensed and unlicensed daycare is one of the most important factors to understand — not just for cost and subsidy eligibility, but for your child’s safety, development, and the accountability of the people caring for them.
Key takeaways
- What “Licensed” Means for Childcare in Saskatchewan
- Saskatchewan Licensing Standards: Key Numbers Every Parent Should Know
- What Unlicensed or Informal Care Means in Practice
- The Cost Comparison: Licensed vs Unlicensed With CWELCC
- How to Verify a Daycare’s Licence Status in Saskatchewan
What “Licensed” Means for Childcare in Saskatchewan
A licensed childcare centre is formally approved by the Saskatchewan Ministry of Education under the Childcare Act. Licensing is ongoing and includes:
- Regular inspections: Both scheduled and unannounced. Inspection results are a matter of public record.
- Educator qualifications: ECE credentials required. Regulated staff-to-child ratios. Mandatory background checks for all staff.
- Physical environment standards: Minimum indoor space per child, outdoor play area, bathroom facilities, ventilation, emergency exits.
- Health and safety protocols: Regulated illness exclusion, medication administration, nutrition standards, allergy management, emergency procedures.
- CWELCC eligibility: Only licensed centres can offer the $10/day CWELCC subsidy to families.
Saskatchewan Licensing Standards: Key Numbers Every Parent Should Know
- Infant ratio (0-18 months): 1 educator per 3 children
- Toddler ratio (18 months-3 years): 1 educator per 6 children
- Preschool ratio (3-5 years): 1 educator per 10 children
- Minimum indoor space: 2.8 square metres per child
- Director qualification: ECE Level 3 or higher certificate
What Unlicensed or Informal Care Means in Practice
Unlicensed childcare in Saskatchewan includes unlicensed home daycares, informal arrangements with neighbours or family friends, and unregulated providers. For families comparing options:
- No regulatory inspection: No government inspector verifies the physical environment, the number of children in care, or the caregiver’s practices.
- No mandated qualifications: Unlicensed providers are not required to hold any childcare credential or complete any training.
- No CWELCC subsidy: Informal arrangements do not qualify for CWELCC. Full market rates apply — typically $700-$1,400 per month in Regina.
- Structural fragility: When an unlicensed provider is sick, there is no backup. When they stop providing care, you may have days or weeks to find an alternative.
The Cost Comparison: Licensed vs Unlicensed With CWELCC
- Licensed CWELCC-enrolled daycare (Daisy Days): $10/day average — approximately $220/month. T778-eligible. CWELCC applies automatically.
- Unlicensed home daycare: Typically $30-$50/day or $700-$1,000/month. No CWELCC. Variable T778 eligibility.
- Informal arrangement: Variable cost. Not CWELCC-eligible. Not T778-eligible for unpaid arrangements. No regulatory protections.
With CWELCC, licensed daycare at Daisy Days is now the most financially advantageous option in addition to being the safest and most developmentally appropriate. The cost argument for unlicensed care has largely evaporated since CWELCC launched.
How to Verify a Daycare’s Licence Status in Saskatchewan
- Ask the provider directly for their licence number and ask to see the physical licence certificate
- Contact the Saskatchewan Ministry of Education’s Early Learning and Child Care Branch to confirm licence status
- Ask for the date of the most recent Ministry inspection and the results
Daisy Days holds a current provincial licence and is CWELCC-enrolled. We are happy to share our licence number and most recent inspection results with prospective families. Call +1 306-807-3233 or email info@daisydaysdaycare.com. Address: 2007 Potts Crescent East, Harbour Landing, Regina SK S4V 2E5
Choose Licensed, CWELCC-Enrolled Daycare at Daisy Days
Provincially licensed. CWELCC $10/day. ECE-certified educators. Inspected and regulated. Harbour Landing, Regina SK.
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