Early Childhood Education - Research Policy Action (ECE-RPA)

July 23: In this virtual session Shailja Jain, Professor & Coordinator, School of Early Childhood, George Brown College, will explore practical strategies and inclusive practices to support gender diversity and #2SLGBTQ+ #inclusion in #earlychildhood settings.
www.oise.utoronto.ca/atkinson/eve...

ICYMI New Infographic Available!

We’ve created a new infographic that shares key highlights from Phase 1 of the Knowing Our Numbers study. Learn more about Ontario’s early childhood education workforce.

knowingournumbers.ca/media/filer_...

#KON #Workforce #Ontario #ECE #ELCC

We've got 2 amazing webinars open for registration right now! Join us for 1 or BOTH! www.oise.utoronto.ca/atkinson/eve...
#ECE #BetterTogether #ELCC #Childcare

"Inspiring, thought-provoking, and deeply hopeful, Giving for Change is a must-read for educators, policymakers, philanthropists, and all who dream of a better future—starting from the very beginning." mwmccain.ca/press_releas...
#GivingForChange #Philanthropy #ECE #ELCC

This will be an important conversation - RSVP today to save your spot!

We’re excited to share the launch of the Hon. Margaret McCain’s book, Giving for Change. It’s a powerful call to action for anyone who believes in the transformative potential of investing in children.

Learn more: mwmccain.ca/press_releas...

Cape Breton grandparent calling for expansion in before-and-after school programs | CBC News One Cape Breton grandparent says it's about time the Nova Scotia government expanded before-and-after school programs and a provincial official says that's now in the works.

Cape Breton grandparent calling for expansion in before-and-after school programs www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

#ELCC #BeforeAndAfterSchool #ExtendedDay #ECE #ChildCare

TIME CHANGE ALERT!

Please note that the June 3rd Outdoor and Risky Play: From Expert Voices to Practical PD webinar has been moved from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Does this work with your schedule now? There is still time to register! www.oise.utoronto.ca/atkinson/eve...

Do biases affect assessment in kindergarten? Educators discuss strategies for mitigation Results of a study suggest policy improvements are needed to provide educators with strategies to reduce bias around race, gender and socioeconomic status.

Do biases affect assessment in #kindergarten? Educators discuss strategies for mitigation theconversation.com/do-biases-af...

Have you checked out our YouTube channel lately? There’s been a lot happening...from insightful webinars to our exciting Summer Institute sessions!

Catch up on all the latest: www.youtube.com/@AtkinsonCen...

#ChildCare #ECE #earlylearning #workforce #DecentWork

New Infographic Available!

We’ve created a new infographic that shares key highlights from Phase 1 of the Knowing Our Numbers study. Learn more about Ontario’s early childhood education workforce.
knowingournumbers.ca/media/filer_...

#KON #Workforce #Ontario #ECE #ELCC

This #webinar will explore the developmental & well-being benefits of #outdoor #play for both children & educators, clarify the role of "risk" in #earlyyears programs, & highlight practical strategies & professional learning opportunities to enhance implementation in #childcare settings. RSVP today

A must read!!! Visit @mwmff.bsky.social to learn more!

#ECE #policy #philanthropy #GivingForChange

Bruce County offers financial support for Early Childhood Education The growing demand for childcare services has prompted Bruce County to offer financial support for students to participate in local Early Childhood Education (ECE) diploma programs.

Great news out of Bruce County ...
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#Workforce #ECE

Coming Thursday....

Ep8: EARLY LEARNING IN ACTION - POLICIES, EQUITY, & PRACTICE A #BetterTogether Podcast Series

Guests include:
- Satinder Klair, @niagararegion.bsky.social
- Tonya Millsap, County of Simcoe
- Elaine Levy, WoodGreen Community Services

#ECE #Workforce #Policy #Equity #ChildCare

#TestimonialTuesday : We asked the ECE sector what they needed, and this is what they said...

Learn more: knowingournumbers.ca

#VoicesfromtheECEsector #ECE #KON #DecentWork

County adding hundreds of child-care spaces thanks to provincial funding 'We have already allocated or approved 592 spaces for 2025. For 2025-2026, we now have 2,340 spaces to be able to create before the end of December 2026,' says official

Great news from Simcoe County...

County adding hundreds of child-care spaces thanks to provincial funding www.collingwoodtoday.ca/local-news/c...

#CWELCC #ELCC #ChildCare

Coming Soon!

Ep6: PRIDE AND PLAY: NURTURING GENDER DIVERSITY AND 2LGBTQ+ INCLUSION IN EARLY CHILDHOOD
A #BetterTogether Podcast Series

Guests:
- Dr. Zeenat Janmohamed, Loyalist College
- Shailja Jan, George Brown College

#2LGBTQIA+ #inclusion #ECE

#TestimonialTuesday : We asked the ECE sector what they needed, and this is what they said...

Learn more: knowingournumbers.ca

#VoicesfromtheECEsector #ECE #KON #DecentWork

An Important read!

#JK #JuniorKindergarten #ECE #MentalHealth #ChildMentalHealth #ELCC

Registration is now open! Join us for the 21st Annual Summer Institute - Empowering Educators: Strategies for a Sustainable Workforce

May 9, 2025

Secure your spot today! Brochure and registration form available on our website: www.oise.utoronto.ca/home/node/6617

#SI2025 #ECE #Educators #Workforce

Kids’ physical activity in child care is essential — how an online course equips educators to lead the way Research shows an online course increases early childhood educators’ knowledge, confidence and intentions to incorporate physical activity during the child-care day.

Kids’ physical activity in #childcare is essential — how an online course equips educators to lead the way theconversation.com/kids-physica...
#ECinCanada #Outdoor #Play #Activity

This was fantastic! Can't wait for Episode 5!!
#Play #OutdoorPlay #RiskyPlay #ECE #ELCC #ChildCare

A #BetterTogether #Podcast Series

Ep4: Adventure Awaits: The Power of #Outdoor and #Risky #Play in Child Development

Guests include: Varoushka Coronel, RECE, Field Liaison, School of Early Childhood; Karen Eilersen, RECE, & Jessica Holder, RECE, BSc., Discovery Child Care Centre

A #BetterTogether #Podcast Series

Ep4: Adventure Awaits: The Power of #Outdoor and #Risky #Play in Child Development

Guests include:
- Varoushka Coronel, RECE, Field Liaison, School of Early Childhood
- Karen Eilersen, RECE, & Jessica Holder, RECE, BSc., Discovery Child Care Centre

A #BetterTogether #Podcast Series

Ep3: Foundations of Excellence: The Importance of Early Childhood Educators

Guests this week:
- Kim Hiscott & Kathy Knight Robinson, Andrew Fleck Child Care Services
- Elise Patterson, RECE
- @emisakbari.bsky.social, George Brown College & @oiseuoft.bsky.social

A #BetterTogether #Podcast Series
Ep3: Foundations of Excellence: The Importance of Early Childhood Educators

Guests this week:
Kim Hiscott & Kathy Knight Robinson, Andrew Fleck Child Care Services, Elise Patterson, RECE, @emisakbari.bsky.social , George Brown College/ @oiseuoft.bsky.social

#TestimonialTuesday : We asked the ECE sector what they needed and how they were feeling, and this is what they said...

Learn more: knowingournumbers.ca

Quite the 15 sec clip they chose from our interview. Looking forward to this new #BetterTogether podcast from @atkinsoncentre.bsky.social .
Thanks for including me!

NEW PODCAST! Insights into Early Childhood Education – A #BetterTogether Series

Ep 1: Unlocking Potential – The Benefits of #ECE
Hosts Emis Akbari and Kerry McCuaig welcome Dr. Jean Clinton, Tennelle Wong & @armineyalnizyan.bsky.social

New episodes each week on Spotify starting Mar 21!