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Licensed Childcare in City of Ottawa
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About This Region
Childcare in City of Ottawa
Ottawa operates the Ottawa Child Care Registry and Waitlist (CCRAW), a centralized system for licensed childcare applications. Despite this infrastructure, many families face long waits, particularly for infant and toddler spaces in high-demand neighbourhoods like Kanata and Barrhaven.
ChildSpot works alongside CCRAW to surface short-term and part-time openings that never appear on centralized waitlists. Licensed Ottawa centres can post vacancies from absences, schedule changes, and program transitions, giving parents real options right now.
CWELCC in City of Ottawa
CWELCC-enrolled centres in Ontario charge eligible families a maximum of $22 per day for children under six. ChildSpot clearly labels which centres participate so you can filter by CWELCC status when searching.
Why ChildSpot
Built for Families in City of Ottawa
Real-Time Availability
Centres update their listings directly. When a spot is filled, it disappears. What you see is what is available right now.
CWELCC Options
Filter by CWELCC-enrolled centres offering the $22/day fee cap, or browse all licensed options. You choose what fits your budget.
Licensed and Verified
Every centre on ChildSpot holds an active Ontario Ministry of Education licence. We verify licensing status and monitor inspection records.
For Parents and Operators
Parents find spots faster. Operators fill vacancies without phone calls or admin work. ChildSpot works alongside existing waitlists.
Are You a Childcare Operator in City of Ottawa?
List your licensed centre on ChildSpot for free. Fill short-term vacancies, reach local families, and manage bookings without the admin work.
Learn More for OperatorsFind a Spot in City of Ottawa Today
Browse real-time openings at licensed centres across Ottawa, Kanata, Barrhaven and more.
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