The parents' blog
Clear answers to the questions parents ask: the cost of daycare, the tax credit, registration, the first day, meals.
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Subsidized vs non-subsidized daycare: what's the difference?
Fees, registration, tax credit: what really changes between subsidized and non-subsidized daycare in Québec in 2026.
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Québec childcare tax credit in 2026: how much you get back
Rates by income, yearly limit per child, monthly advance payments: everything about Québec's tax credit for childcare expenses in 2026.
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How to register your child on the childcare registration portal (formerly La Place 0-5)
Québec's single window for daycare spots: what it's for, when to register your child and how to improve your chances of getting a spot.
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Daycare visit: the questions to ask before choosing
A simple list of questions to size up a daycare during your visit: educators, daily routine, meals, safety and communication with parents.
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· 1 min read
How many children per educator? Daycare ratios in Québec
The maximum number of children per educator by age, set by Québec's regulation on educational childcare services, and what it means for your child.
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Getting ready for the first day of daycare: our tips
Gradual start, routine, a comfort object, the goodbye: practical tips for a gentle start at daycare, for your child and for you.
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What does my child eat at daycare?
Meals cooked every morning, Canada's Food Guide, allergies, a four-week menu: how meals work at Le Pinceau daycares.
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