Federal COVID relief cash will subsidize day camps at YMCA until the end of March
By Medicine Hat News on December 3, 2020.
The local YMCA is providing childcare options for school-aged children. Money from the federal government’s COVID-19 emergency community support fund, administered by the United Way, will be used to offset the cost of licensed day camps until March 31. It can mean a savings of up to 60 per cent for families on PD days or school breaks for $20 per day. As a licensed day camp program, all public health precautions and guidelines will be strictly adhered to by staff who are trained early childhood educators. “We recognize that safe, affordable and high-quality childcare for school-aged children is essential, particular in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic,” said CEO Sharon Hayward. “These licensed day camps provide the opportunity for parents and guardians to go to work knowing that their children are in a safe and fun program that offers recreation, skill development and physical activity while adhering to all public health regulations and guidelines.” Additional information or registration is available online: http://medicinehatymca.ca/DayCamp 7-6
