School board celebrates taking on the operation of francophone early learning and child care centre

I am grateful for the hard work of the Commission scolaire francophone du Yukon, the Garderie and the dedicated Yukon government staff who made the transition from a society-governed model to school board oversight so smooth. We remain committed to working with partners, such as the Yukon’s school boards, to enhance early learning and child care programming in the territory, as we move toward a future where all families have access to high-quality early learning and child care that is affordable, accessible and inclusive.

The Garderie du petit cheval blanc's transition to the Commission scolaire francophone du Yukon is a major achievement for French language initiatives. Together, we are helping build a sustainable future for early learning and child care. This new direction not only highlights our commitment to French language programs across the Yukon but also sets a precedent for other Yukon school boards.

I am delighted with this new chapter that the CSFY is undertaking to offer early childhood services. This change supports our efforts to improve the sustainability of Francophone’s language and culture, which begins in early childhood. The CSFY will be able to support the Garderie du petit cheval blanc daycare in the planning and management of large-scale projects. The long waiting list to register children at the Garderie shows that there is a need and having the support of a larger organization like the CSFY will make it possible to meet new challenges. We thank the members of their board of directors for everything they have accomplished over the years and we thank the Yukon government for their collaboration. This transition is a historic moment for our community.