believe this for some developmental domains (p<0.05). Overall, 32% of parents had sought information on child development and behaviour from childcare providers. Independent predictors of using childcare providers as a resource included having children under the age of 6 years (OR¼1.65, 95% CI 1.11 to 2.46), having children in care for more than 6 h per week (OR¼19.88, 95% CI 11.51 to 34.35), and being unmarried (OR¼2.08, 95% CI 1.16 to 3.73). Conclusions Among Alberta adults who recently

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... cted with children, there was support for public funding of childcare. Adults recognised that childcare providers play a critical role in supporting optimal child development and their beliefs about the need for education among childcare providers are in line with research evidence in the area. Policy and decision makers may find this information helpful in allocating resources to promote child development.