Minister Hussen to make an announcement in Toronto on the early learning and child care agreement with the province of Ontario

The Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, will discuss how the Government of Canada is supporting child care in Toronto. He will be joined by the Honourable Stephen Lecce, Ontario’s Minister of Education.

A photo opportunity and media availability will follow the announcement.

Please note that all details are subject to change. All times are local.

DATE:        Thursday, September 3, 2020

TIME:         2:15 p.m.

PLACE:     Learning Garden Childcare
                  69 Six Point Road
                  Etobicoke, Ontario

MEDIA INSTRUCTIONS

Journalists who want to participate in person must register by contacting media@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca with their name and media outlet before 7:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 3, 2020.

Instructions:

• Arrive between 20 and 30 minutes prior to the announcement.
• Anyone attending the event must not present any symptoms associated with COVID-19 or have been in contact with anyone who has received a positive diagnosis within the last 14 days.
• Attendees will be asked to confirm that they have completed a health screening self-assessment, which will be sent in advance to those registered.
• Please note that wearing a face covering is mandatory.

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