{
  "id": 1550216,
  "title": "Construction on daycare inside Simkin Centre to begin in fall",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/17/construction-on-daycare-inside-simkin-centre-to-begin-in-fall",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-17T19:53:20.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Winnipeg Free Press",
    "slug": "winnipeg-free-press",
    "url": "https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/breakingnews/2026/08/17/construction-on-daycare-inside-simkin-centre-to-begin-in-fall"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Construction begins this fall on a new wing of the Saul and Claribel Simkin Centre in Winnipeg, a 152-spot daycare for children aged seven and older will open inside a senior's residence. The 22-month project, costing $17.6 million, is touted as a made-in-Manitoba model for intergenerational community hubs across Canada. The Faye Vickar Lazer Early Learning Centre will operate alongside the not-for-profit facility, which houses seniors of various backgrounds and follows Jewish values and traditions. The expansion includes a multi-purpose gathering area, a grand gallery, a wellness centre, and, notably, a space for residents and children to create art, bake, and celebrate holidays together.",
  "summary": null,
  "key_points": [
    "Construction of Simkin Centre daycare wing begins in fall.",
    "22-month, $17.6 million project for 152 children aged 7+.",
    "Faye Vickar Lazer Early Learning Centre integrates seniors and children."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}