Canada may miss its 2026 goal of $10 daily child care, with only six regions meeting the fee target.

Ottawa is falling short of its goal to implement $10-a-day child care by 2026, as only six provinces and territories currently meet the fee target. Despite a drop in fees across many areas, economist David Macdonald warns that parents in several provinces will still pay more than $10 a day post-2026. The report also highlights the need for more public and non-profit child care spaces to avoid shortages and ensure fair wages for workers.