Operators in Alberta setting up new child-care facilities, like Cheryl Montgomery at Little Ropers Learning in Nanton, are facing significant setbacks after the provincial government unexpectedly announced that they would not qualify for grants under a federal-provincial agreement. This abrupt decision has left many feeling blindsided, as they had already invested in their facilities, filling them with furniture, toys, and play equipment. The situation highlights the challenges faced by those attempting to establish child-care services in the province amidst changing government policies.
