Childcare options during Congress 2024 in Montreal
We are pleased to offer our registered Congress attendees on-campus childcare services for children ages 2 and up operated by a local childcare provider, Eventskare. The cost per day is $100 for each child.
Childcare services will be available from June 12 to June 21, 2024 from 8:00 to 17:00 each day during Congress 2024. Space is limited and online registration is required.
Drop-in childcare services are not available during Congress 2024. Please note that attendees are required to remain on campus while their children are being minded.
Please note that the childcare services option is a service provided by an external company. The Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences has no affiliation with the service company and assumes no liability for the childcare services.
Register for childcare
All payments for child minding will be due prior to the conference dates. All payments are made online using our website once your child is registered.
Please complete your registration by May 10, 2024. We will then email families a registration package that will need to be completed and returned by May 30, 2024 to ensure that they are signed up for care for the days and times they require. After receiving your submission, we will reach out to request a copy of your child’s immunization record, a current photo, and additional information about your child to pass along to Eventskare.
Cancellation requests must be received by May 31, 2024 and a fee of $25 will apply. To register your child(ren) for childcare, please compete the online enrolment form.
For more information about the Congress Child and Dependent Care Subsidy, please visit this page.
Additional Information about the Child Care Providers
- All educators are certified in Early Childhood Education.
- Hold a university degree or college diploma in a child-related field. They all have extensive experience working in education and caring for children.
- Have up-to-date Standard First Aid/CPR training tailored to young children.
Daily routine
We want every child to feel comfortable and safe; therefore, we offer a flexible program to meet their individual needs with open snack and free play with a variety of activities throughout the day. Children can take part in exploring both indoors and outdoors. The McGill outdoor campus offers many things to see and explore. Children will have the opportunity to join in art activities, make play dough, or play in our play kitchen. We have many fun-filled activities based on your child’s age to fill the day.
We will offer a comfortable, cozy place for your children to rest should they need to. We provide blankets and sheets if needed, and we also welcome special blankets from home. Should your child require diapers, we ask that you bring enough diapers and wipes to supply them for the time they are in our care. A change of clothing is also highly recommended in case your child needs to change during their stay with us. Light morning, afternoon snacks and lunch for children signed up for full days may be offered at an additional cost.