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[ETUG 25] Childcare

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Complimentary childcare is available to attendees of ETUG, courtesy of BCcampus. Please note spaces are limited for each event, and you must pre-register for childcare at time of registration.
PROVIDER: In order to accommodate childcare in the Kamloops area, BCcampus has hand selected nannies through CanadianNanny.ca. CanadianNanny.ca is the largest and most trusted nanny service in Canada. Helping parents since 2002. We encourage you to visit their site to learn more about the company and their partners before registering your child for the conference.
NANNY TO CHILD RATIO:

  • 1:1 1 nanny to 1 child under 18 months old
  • 1:3 1 nanny to 3 children 18 months – 4 yrs old
  • 1:5 1 nanny to 5 children 5 – 7 yrs old
  • 1:6 1 nanny to 6 children 8 – 11 yrs old
  • 1:7 1 nanny to 7 children 12 yrs old +

HOW TO REGISTER: You must register your child using the registration platform; drop-in childcare is not available. When you register yourself for the conference, you will have the option to select childcare. Please complete the information section for your child.
CANCELLATIONS: Please note that we hire nannies on a strict nanny:child ratio and that this is not drop-in service. To avoid schedule disruptions and cancellation charges, we ask that you plan appropriately to avoid cancellations after we have secured nannies.
VENUES: BCcampus holds its events in a variety of venues. As most of our events are held in post-secondary institutions, we do our best to source the best onsite space to accommodate childcare. We look for informal spaces that have sofas, sinks, natural light, private washrooms, etc. In some cases, this type of space may not be available. Detailed information on the childcare room will be provided on the website pertaining to each specific venue.
MEDIA RELEASE: BCcampus policy is to not take identifiable photos of children at our events. If you have declined the media release, please know that we take this very seriously and will identify your child for our photographers. Be aware that when your child is on the conference floor, it’s possible they may be captured in an attendee’s photo. While we convey the “no photos taken” message, we cannot guarantee this while children are in the conference and public areas.
START AND END TIMES: Please see specific event details for event times. Childcare will be offered between 8:30 and 4:30 (or at event end time). Lunch hours may vary depending on event schedules.
WHERE TO DROP: Communication will be emailed to all parents for exact drop location prior to the event.
SIGN IN/SIGN OUT: You MUST sign your child in and out each time you drop and take them from the room. For security reasons, children will not be released to anyone but you unless you have authorized this in advance. Alternates will need to show picture ID to take your child.
MEALS: Children are welcome to eat any of the food provided at breakfast, breaks, and lunches on the main event floor during your event. We have worked closely with catering to make these meals nutritious. We do ask that you pick up your child from the childcare room and bring them to the conference floor to eat lunch, and return them to the childcare room when you ready to do so. If your child has a specific diet, you are welcome to bring your own food to the room.
LUNCH CLOSURE: The childcare room closes for a half hour over the lunch period. This time will be posted on the website specific to your event.
FUN STUFF: We will provide games, art supplies, toys, and books. Please feel free to bring any favourite items but note we are not responsible for damages or loss.
SCREEN TIME: If you will be bringing a device for your child, please indicate the allowed screen time and label the device with your name. Please note we are not responsible for damaged or lost devices.
AFTER HOURS CARE: For after hours care, please make arrangements directly with the nannies.
Please contact us if you have any questions.

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