On today’s episode, we’re talking childcare.

This seemingly innocuous piece of public-private policy can have a huge impact on kids, parents and even the economy. Childcare is finally being viewed through an economic, rather than a social lens as governments realize that childcare is about creating jobs, getting people back to work and preparing future generations for the workforce. In the most recent budget, the federal Liberals committed $7 billion to child care over the next decade.

Though the issue still doesn’t get a lot of airtime in the media, childcare is a hot topic of conversation amongst anyone who’s even thinking of having a kid.

"Why is childcare so expensive in Ontario" by Philippa French

https://www.competeprosper.ca/blog/why-is-child-care-so-expensive-in-ontario

"Student Loans for Babies?" by Vass Bednar

http://policyoptions.irpp.org/2015/03/17/student-loans-for-babies/

More on Dr. Lauren Jones

http://www.laurenedenjones.com/#sthash.ix4i5hVx.dpbs

Featured Music:

"Steppin'" by Wake

"The Window" by Podington Bear

"Woop Groove" by Podington Bear