Our Principles

At The District of Thunder Bay Social Services Administration Board, Children's Services Division, we strive to:

  • Create a  comprehensive, consistent  child care  system that supports sound investment in the early years as the foundation for a healthy future.
  • Stabilize the child care industry as an integral player in the economic and social health of a community.
  • Focus on child and family with emphasis on what is in the best interest of the child and family.
  • Ensure children experience safe, nurturing and stimulating environments.
  • Establish quality assurance measures that foster and enhance healthy early childhood development for life long learning.
  • Promote an inclusive climate for children with special needs and exceptional circumstances.
  • Foster  dynamic services that are  responsive to all cultures and respectful of diversity.
  • Co-ordinate, collaborate and co-operate with all community partners and stakeholders.
  • Maintain high level of accountability to children, parents, families, community and Ministry.