At the Richmond Child Care Resource & Referral Centre (CCRR), the health and wellbeing of our staff, clients, and volunteers is our top priority. As such, in accordance with guidelines from provincial and federal health authorities, we've made the difficult decision to temporarily close our office in an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19.
This means that all drop-in programs, events, and professional development opportunities are suspended until further notice.
That being said, we're still here to support families, child care providers, and ECE students. While working from home, CCRR staff are available to answer questions and offer assistance. Please refer to the service areas below to get in touch with the appropriate person:
Library Inquiries
Karen Lim, Administrative Assistant | library@rcrg.org
Candy Ng, Outreach Coordinator | cng@rcrg.org
Playgroups & Drop-In Programs
Sophie Wu, Outreach Coordinator | swu@rcrg.org | 604-218-3085
Registered License-Not-Required & Child Care Provider Support
Ellen Huang, Outreach Coordinator | ehuang@rcrg.org | 604-803-6821
Child Care Referrals & Affordable Child Care Benefit Assistance
Sophie Wu, Outreach Coordinator | swu@rcrg.org | 604-218-3085
General Inquiries
Caitlin Lamb, Administrative Assistant | childcare@rcrg.org
It's a stressful time for all of us, but that's particularly true for parents, whose child care arrangements may be in flux due to facility closures, shifting work schedules, and other upheavals brought on by COVID-19. The Richmond CCRR has compiled a database of local child care facilities that are open, as well as those that are providing emergency child care to healthcare workers and others employed in essential services. For more information, e-mail childcare@rcrg.org.
If you require child care outside of Richmond, parents can fill out this form for assistance in finding temporary emergency child care for essential service workers.
• Form - Temporary Emergency Child Care for Essential Workers
The situation surrounding COVID-19 is constantly evolving, and it's important that both parents and child care providers have access to accurate, up-to-date information. As such, we've compiled a list of provincial and federal resources, and will continue adding to it as new announcements are made, and more information becomes available.
BC Ministry of Children & Family Development
• COVID-19 Questions and Answers for the Child Care Sector
• COVID-19 Information Updates
• COVID-19 Public Health Guidance for Child Care Settings
• Questions and Answers on COVID-19 and Child Care Settings
Government of BC
• COVID-19 Provincial Support and Information
• Managing COVID-19 Stress, Anxiety and Depression
Government of Canada
• Canada's COVID-19 Economic Response Plan
The Richmond Child Care Resource & Referral Centre, better known as the CCRR, is a valuable resource for parents and child care providers alike.
For parents, the CCRR offers a free child care referral service, as well as a wide selection of resources on choosing quality child care. CCRR staff can also provide information on the Affordable Child Care Benefit.
But it's not just information and resources; it's activities. Throughout the year, the CCRR runs a number of popular drop-in programs, like Together Time and Junior Detectives, that parents can attend with their children.
For child care providers, the CCRR regularly hosts professional development workshops, in addition to several longer courses, such as First Aid and a Family Child Care Training Course. Child care providers can also contact the CCRR at any time if they require support.
And whether you're a parent, child care provider, or ECE student, you're sure to be amazed by the Richmond Early Years Library.
The Richmond Early Years Library is an extensive library featuring materials for children ages 0-12, including children’s books, activity boxes, CD’s, puzzles, and many curriculum materials for supporting programs at a child care centre. It also features a loose parts section as well as wooden/natural resources section for your borrowing.
Located in the Richmond Caring Place, the CCRR is open weekdays from 9:00am to 5:00pm, with extended hours on Tuesdays from 9:00am to 8:00pm. To learn more, email library@rcrg.org.
For information on Child Care Resource & Referral Centres in other BC communities, visit the Provincial Government's CCRR webpage.