Fees

As part of the child care fee agreement with the Government of Alberta, the University Child Care Centre Society (UCCCS) will implement the following updated fees:

• Flat Child Care Fee: $326.25 per month
• Food Cost Recovery Fee: $120.00 per month

To maintain our high-quality food program, which provides three nutritious, on-site prepared meals daily, UCCCS has a $120.00 monthly Food Cost Recovery Fee. This fee helps cover food costs, as current government funding does not include food program expenses. Families who choose to opt in will pay a total monthly fee of $446.25 ($326.25 + $120.00).

Proper nutrition is essential for young children's growth, brain development, and learning success. Research shows that well-balanced meals in early childhood settings contribute to:

• Cognitive Development – Proper nutrition supports memory, attention span, and overall brain function, laying a strong foundation for academic success.
• Physical Growth & Health – Nutrient-dense meals help prevent childhood obesity, strengthen the immune system, and reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
• Social & Emotional Well-Being – Family-style dining promotes social skills, self-regulation, and positive mealtime habits that extend into adulthood.
• Lifelong Healthy Eating Habits – Exposure to a variety of fresh, diverse, and culturally inclusive foods helps children develop a love for nutritious eating early on.

Families interested in learning more about the importance of nutrition in early childhood can explore:

• Canada’s Food Guide – Guidelines on balanced meals and portion sizes for young children.
• Centers for Disease Control (CDC) – Early Childhood Nutrition – Information on how diet influences child development.
• Harvard Center on the Developing Child – Research on how nutrition affects brain development and lifelong health.
• Alberta Health Services – Healthy Eating for Children –  Practical tips for parents and caregivers on childhood nutrition.