New research pegs CWELCC’s economic impact at $2.7 billion a year

A new report from the Centre for the Study of Living Standards estimates that the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) program increased maternal employment by approximately 29,000 workers by the end of 2025. That boost in workforce participation translates to a direct GDP gain of roughly $2.7 billion annually. The findings add to a growing body of evidence that affordable child care is not just a family benefit but a powerful economic driver — welcome affirmation for the educators and leaders who make the system work every day.

Source: Child Care Now – Another research report finds significant economic benefits from Canada-wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) program