Childcare, the 'business case' and economic development: Canadian evidence, opportunities and challenges

Author(s): Prentice, Susan;
Date Issued: 2007
Publisher(s): Southern Public Administration Education Foundation (U.S.)
Description: An overview of research on the returns on investment for child care and early education services in Canada, and a discussion of the research's use in policy and government
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Journal Title: International Journal of Economic Development
Volume Number: 9
Issue Number: 4
Page Range: 269-300
Topics: International Child Care & Early Education > Single-Country Studies

Child Care & Early Education Market > Economic & Societal Impact
ISSN: 1523-9748 Paper
Peer Reviewed: yes
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