Timeline
- July 2022 Pre-consultation
- 2022 to 2025 Design and funding
- Fall 2025 Tendering
- 2026 Construction
Project value
$5.44 million
100% funding through the Ministry of Education and Child Care
Partners
The Crofton Cubs Centre for Early Learning and Care will be run by the Chemainus Crofton Community Schools Association.
For information about registrations call 250-416-5473 or visit chemainuscommunityschoolsassociation.ca
About the project
North Cowichan is constructing a 44-space child care centre on a municipally owned property on Berridge Street in Crofton. Funding for the $5.44 million facility is provided by the Ministry of Education and Child Care through a grant to North Cowichan.
Preliminary open house
In July 2022 staff hosted an open house at the site, as an opportunity for nearby residents to learn more and ask questions.
- View the display boards from the open house
Traffic study
On October 14, 2025, staff presented a traffic impact study to council, following concerns about congestion by nearby residents. The study found no concerns regarding traffic or congestion.
What you need to know
Construction of the child care centre will begin in 2026, following the tendering in fall 2025.
There will be no construction impacts to area residents.
More information
Shawn Cator, Director of Operations
250-746-3106