Budget Spotlight #2 - Mississippi Mills Childcare Services

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Formerly known as the Almonte Daycare Centre, Mississippi Mills Childcare Services marked its milestone 50^th anniversary in 2022!

MMCS has a capacity of 379 children, offering full day care, as well as before and after school programs, at four locations across the municipality:

• 208 State Street (full day care)

• R. Tait McKenzie Public School (before and after school program)

• Naismith Public School (before and after school program)

• Holy Name of Mary Catholic School (full day care, before and after school program)

All MMCS programs are planned and implemented by qualified Early Childhood Educators. Specialized services, including speech therapy and behaviour development, are also offered for each child’s individual needs through ConnectWell Community Health.

The following projects are included in the draft 2024 Budget:

• New wall shelving units to replace damaged/older units

• Sun shade for 208 State Street building

• Fencing to divide preschool yard at 208 State Street

For more information on Mississippi Mills Childcare Services, including registration forms, visit: https://www.mississippimills.ca/en/municipal-services/child-care.aspx.