Hours of Operation
Casper’s Early Learning Co-operative Centre is open Monday to Friday, from 6:15 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Our team ensures that children are cared for in a safe, nurturing environment throughout these hours, with staff always present to meet required staff-to-child ratios and provide supervision, guidance, and support.
We are closed on weekends and statutory holidays, and staff are provided these holidays in accordance with the Saskatchewan Employment Standards Act. Extended hours may be considered by the Board if there is a demonstrated need from families or the community.
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This schedule ensures that children have consistent care, families have support for their schedules, and staff can maintain a high standard of safety and engagement throughout the day.
Statutory Holidays
Casper’s provides staff with statutory holidays as outlined in the Saskatchewan Employment Standards Act, giving employees paid time off without reducing their regular salary.
Paid statutory holidays include:
New Year’s Day
Family Day
Good Friday
Victoria Day
Canada Day
Saskatchewan Day
Labor Day
Thanksgiving Day
Remembrance Day
Christmas Day
Boxing Day
Holiday Pay Procedures:
If a statutory holiday falls during the workweek or on a scheduled closure, the employee’s workweek is reduced by one day without affecting take-home pay.
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When a statutory holiday falls on a weekend, the centre will close either the preceding Friday or the following Monday, in line with local business practices.
December and Special Holiday Hours
During the Christmas holiday season, Casper’s closes early at 4:00 p.m. on the following dates:
Christmas Eve (December 24)
New Year’s Eve (December 31)
In cases where minimal families are scheduled during the holiday break, the Board of Directors and Director may request that families schedule their children out to ensure operational and financial feasibility. Families will always be informed in advance to allow for alternative arrangements.
Supporting Families
Casper’s is committed to flexible scheduling whenever possible to support families’ needs while maintaining high-quality care for children. Clear communication, advance notice, and collaborative planning with families allow us to adapt to seasonal demands and unique circumstances while keeping the centre safe and well-staffed.