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Regulations for child care, schools and educational institutions

Child care and educational services in Canada are generally regulated by the provinces and territories. If you want to start a business in this field, you will need to learn about the required regulations, permits and licences in your area.

Businesses in this sector include day care centres, private schools, private universities, career training colleges, and more.

• Information for Child Care Professionals in Ontario
  
  http://www.children.gov.on.ca/htdocs/English/topics/childcare/professionals/index.aspx
  Learn about regulations and licensing for child care and home daycare businesses in Ontario.
• Private Career College Registration
  
  http://www.tcu.gov.on.ca/pepg/audiences/pcc/register.html
  The Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities regulates private career colleges and can provide you with information on the requirements for starting a private career college in Ontario.
• Private Elementary and Secondary Schools
  
  http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/general/elemsec/privsch/index.html
  The Ontario Ministry of Education regulates private elementary and secondary schools, and can provide information on the requirements that might apply to you, if you intend to operate a private school.