Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's government has signed agreements totalling almost $37 billion over five years with 11 provinces and territories that will extend the federal child-care program until 2031.

With just days to go before he leaves office, Trudeau said Thursday that these deals will ensure the long-term viability of one of his government's flagship policies.

Becoming visibly emotional as he reflected on his legacy, Trudeau said that he has worked every day to ensure he is putting Canadians first and child care has been one of the ways he has done that.