Child Care in Victoria

Greater Victoria has a variety of child care options.  However, there are significant shortages for infants and toddlers (children under 3 years of age). Child care is more readily available for preschool and school-aged children. Please note: it is strongly recommended that you start your search early no matter the age of your child.

It is important to get your name on as many child care waitlists as soon as possible. Sign up on as many waitlists prior to your move or before your baby arrives.

Finding Child Care Links

Ready to start your search? Here are a few essential resources:

• Child Care Resource and Referral
• Child Care Map of British Columbia
• Finding Quality Child Care
• Province of British Columbia

Child Care at the MFRC

There are limited options for child care through our two facilities in Colwood:

• MFRC Casual Child Care
• MFRC Daycare
• MFRC Out of School Care
• MFRC Preschool

Parenting Links

For parents of young children

• BC Council for Families
• Island Parent
• Kids Health

For parents of youth

• Kids Health
• Kids Help Phone
• Youthcore.ca
• Youthspace.ca

For parents and children needing extra support

• Kids Have Stress Too
• Parent Support Services
• Rainbows for children experiencing loss

Parenting children in the military lifestyle

• Sesame Street Workshop
• ZERO TO THREE

Things to do

• Chatterblock