Locals give federal budget mixed reviews
Cariboo Press - Penticton Western
May 5, 2006
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... Penticton and District Community Resources Society executive director Kim Lyster is also critical of the Conservatives because of their child-care approach.

The Conservatives will pay families $1,200 annually for each child under the age of six.

But that does not go enough, said Lyster.

The Conservatives continue to refuse the need for a national child care program and their approach is only a band-aid, she said.

"This tiny allowance, which will be taxed, does not begin to meet the real costs of child care, particularly licenced, community-based programs," she said.

The Conservatives should maintain the momentum started by the former Liberal government, she said.

"It was a good start on building a comprehensive program. As it is, progress in B.C. may be halted with the funding decisions."