Welcome
Cambridge Bay Childcare Society
The Cambridge Bay Childcare Society (CBCS) is a non-profit, parent-led daycare dedicated to supporting families in our community through safe, nurturing, and high-quality childcare. Our Board of Directors is made up of parents whose children attend the daycare, ensuring that our decisions always reflect the needs and voices of the families we serve.
Our goal is to provide children with enriching early learning experiences that spark curiosity, build confidence, and foster healthy development. Over the years, we have worked hard to upgrade our programs and services, always striving for excellence in childcare and early education. At CBCS, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive in an environment built on trust, care, and community.
Because we are a non-profit organization, we rely on a combination of government funding, grants, and community donations to keep our center running smoothly. One of the highlights of our year is our Annual Charity Auction — a much-anticipated community event that brings families, local businesses, and supporters together. The funds raised go directly toward keeping the center open, improving our programs, and ensuring that children in Cambridge Bay have the best start possible in life.
Every contribution, big or small, makes a difference. By supporting the Cambridge Bay Childcare Society, you’re helping us nurture the next generation and strengthen our community as a whole.
Our Mission…
is to provide safe, nurturing, and culturally grounded early childhood education that supports the growth and development of every child. We are dedicated to fostering a sense of belonging, strengthening families, and building a strong foundation for lifelong learning within our community.
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How to Register Your Child
or Join the Waitlist
We’ve made registration easier than ever!
You can now complete your child’s registration or join our waitlist online.
Step 1 – Fill Out the Online Form
Click the link below to access our secure online registration form. Simply provide your child’s details, emergency contacts, and health information.
Step 2 – Upload Your Documents
As part of the online form, you’ll be prompted to upload your child’s immunization records, and NTI number (if applicable).
Step 3 – Submit and Wait for Confirmation
Once your form is submitted, our team will review it and contact you to confirm your child’s placement or waitlist status. You will be required to pay a one-time deposit of $200 and a yearly Society fee of $50.
Step 4 – Tour the Centre
Parents are always welcome to request a tour with our Manager to see our facility and meet our educators.
Click here to fill out the online registration form →
Click here for instructions to upload the documents from your mobile device →
We’re a parent-led organization, and families are always invited to attend our Board Meetings.
Your ideas and input help shape the future of our childcare center!
Fee Schedule
$10/Day Daycare
The Cambridge Bay Childcare Society is proud to offer $10-a-day daycare, made possible through the Government of Nunavut’s initiative for licensed childcare facilities. Since December 1, 2022, families with children aged six and under have been able to access this affordable childcare option. This program helps ensure that parents can pursue work, education, or training opportunities while knowing their children are in a safe and nurturing learning environment.
Support for Kitikmeot Inuit Beneficiaries
The Kitikmeot Inuit Association (KIA) offers a Licensed Child Care Subsidy Program that provides financial assistance to Kitikmeot Inuit families to help cover the cost of enrolling children in licensed childcare centers. To be eligible, the parent registering the child must be registered with the Kitikmeot Inuit Association under the Nunavut Agreement. This program aims to support Inuit families by making childcare more affordable and accessible.
For more precise eligibility criteria, application instructions, and details about the subsidy amount, interested families can visit the KIA website or contact the association directly. The subsidy is part of KIA’s broader efforts to provide social and economic benefits to local families in the Kitikmeot Region.
Our Programs
At the Cambridge Bay Childcare Society, we provide nurturing, age-appropriate programs designed to support children’s growth, learning, and development. Our center is divided into four groups:
Ukaliqmiut (2 years)
Our Junior Toddler room is a warm and welcoming space where little ones learn and grow through play! Each day, our caring educators create fun, hands-on experiences that spark curiosity and support early development.
We focus on building fine motor skills, encouraging sensory exploration, and helping toddlers learn about their world in meaningful ways. As children begin to use words and short sentences, we support them in expressing themselves, forming positive relationships, and developing tools to recognize and regulate their emotions.
We gently introduce structure through circle time and group activities while promoting independence by giving children choices and opportunities to practice self-help skills.
Most importantly, our educators provide a caring, inclusive environment where every child feels safe, supported, and excited to learn each day.
Infants (6 months – 2 years)
Our infant program provides a warm, safe, and caring environment where the youngest children can grow, explore, and form trusting relationships with their caregivers. Each day is filled with nurturing interactions and playful learning designed to support every stage of early development.
Infants are encouraged to play together, practice balancing and walking on soft mats, and explore movement through songs and nursery rhymes with fun actions. We introduce simple words and sign language to support early communication, and help them discover the world around them through stories, animal sounds, and creative play.
Through gentle guidance and plenty of encouragement, we help each child build confidence, curiosity, and joy in learning, one little step at a time.
Tuktumiut (3 years)
Our senior toddlers program helps children build confidence, encouraging self-care skills and helping them build pride in their autonomy.
With nurturing routines and gentle guidance our children learn to trust their own abilities while feeling emotionally supported. We encourage their fine and gross motor skills development, and introduce early literacy and pre-math concepts in fun, engaging ways. Through learning experiences in art, science, and hands-on exploration, children discover the joy of playing, growing emotionally, socially and creatively in a warm caring environment, where our educators emphasize positive values.
Amaruqmuit (4 years – 6 years)
Our preschool program invites children to create and discover through a play-based, emergent curriculum, supporting all foundational areas of early childhood development. Children are encouraged to build independence through practicing self-advocacy and problem-solving in a supportive environment. This inclusive classroom celebrates all learning styles, cultural backgrounds, and individual needs, ensuring every child feels valued and inspired to learn.
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Ways to Donate
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Donate items or services for our Annual Charity Auction — our biggest fundraising event of the year.
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Drop off a donation at the childcare center office during regular hours.
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For direct deposit donations, please Contact Us and we’ll provide the banking details.
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For e-transfer donations, please Contact Us and we’ll provide the instructions.
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Local businesses and organizations are welcome to partner with us to support programs and events.
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Donations aren’t only financial — joining the Board of Directors or the Auction Planning Committee makes a huge difference!
Download the Lillio App
The Cambridge Bay Childcare Society uses the Lillio app to keep families connected and informed. Through the app, parents receive real-time updates about their child’s day, including activities, meals, and learning progress. Lillio also provides an easy way to communicate with educators, ensuring strong partnerships between families and caregivers.
Click below to download the app:
Getting Started with Lillio
Step 1 – Download the App
Click the links above to download Lillio on your Apple or Android device.
Step 2 – Create Your Account
Use the email address you provided to the Cambridge Bay Childcare Society to sign up. You’ll receive an invite or instructions from our team if you’re new to the centre.
Step 3 – Stay Connected
Once logged in, you’ll start receiving daily updates about your child’s activities, meals, and learning experiences. You can also send and receive messages with our educators right through the app.
