Early Learning and Child Care

Information about licensed child care, early learning programs, and supports for families with young children.

For families and caregivers

Information to help you find, choose, and afford early learning and child care programs in the Northwest Territories.

Licensed early learning and childcare programs directory

Find licensed early learning and child care programs across the NWT, including day homes, centre-based programs, and after-school programs.

Types of Early Learning and Child Care

Information about early learning and child care options available in the NWT.

Finding and choosing Early Learning and Child Care Programs

Information on how to find a child care program that best meets your family's needs.

Average of $10 a day child care

Information about initiatives that make child care more affordable for families.

Child care spaces

Information about licensed child care availability across communities in the NWT.

Contact Early Childhood Consultants

Contact an Early Childhood Consultant to find information about child care programs, services, and licensing in the NWT.

How to file a complaint

Learn how to report concerns or file a complaint about a licensed early learning and child care program in the NWT.

For child care operators and educators

Information for people who want to start or operate a licensed child care program, or work as an early childhood educator in the Northwest Territories.

Starting and operating a licensed child care program

Information about licensing, funding, and operating requirements for child care programs.

Working in early learning and child care

Information about certification, wages, bonuses, and employment as an early childhood educator.

Contact Early Childhood Consultants

Contact an Early Childhood Consultant to find information about child care programs, services, and licensing in the NWT.

Planning, policies, and updates

Information about laws, regulations, funding changes, and system updates related to early learning and child care in the NWT.

Support Early Learning and Child Care

Learn about early learning and child care programs, initiatives, and ways to support services in the NWT.

Early learning and child care engagement

Information about engagement activities and opportunities to provide feedback.

Overview of proposed changes to the Early Learning and Child Care Regulations

Review proposed updates to the Early Learning and Child Care Regulations and what they may mean for licensed child care providers and families.

Transforming early learning and child care in the NWT

Overview of long-term initiatives to improve early learning and child care services.

Service Standards

Learn about service standards, inspections, licensing support, and response timelines for early learning and child care programs in the NWT.
Updated: Apr 22, 2026