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We know that across Canada and even in this committee, a lot of concern is about labour shortages in this sector being one of the major barriers for expanding child care services to meet the demand. We also know that low wages, precarious work and lack of benefits in the sector make it difficult to recruit and retain qualified staff. I would say research also points to conditions for workers. It points to for-profit child care—not all—as having a record of not respecting liveable wages or good work standards for workers.
What are some examples of programs or policies that the federal government could pursue in collaboration with provinces to address some of these workforce issues and shortages?