As of November 14, 2024, Canada has 7,360 day care centers, representing a 4.93% increase from 2023. Of these, 4,877 (66.26%) are independently owned, while 2,483 (33.74%) are part of larger brand networks. The provinces with the highest number of day care centers are Ontario (2,905), British Columbia (1,681), and Quebec (1,166). The average age of day care centers in Canada is 4 years and 9 months.