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

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The last mile: Provincial child care expansion at the five-year deadline - CCPA Child care has become more accessible over the past five years but finding affordable spaces is still a frustrating experience for many parents

The last mile: Provincial child care expansion at the five-year deadline www.policyalternatives.ca/news-researc...

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Le jeu est bien plus qu’un simple plaisir — c’est ainsi que les enfants apprennent, grandissent et s’épanouissent. La maternelle universelle donne à chaque enfant de 4 ans la chance de bien commencer.

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Play is more than fun — it’s how kids learn, grow, and thrive. Universal junior kindergarten gives every 4-year-old the chance to start strong.

Learn more: mwmccain.ca/expanding-pu...

#ECinCanada #juniorkindergarten #Play

NEW Beyond the Podcast Webinar!

Join Dr. David Philpott for Belonging from the Start: Inclusion in the Early Years — a deep dive into #inclusion, environment, and policy in #earlylearning.

Register today! www.oise.utoronto.ca/atkinson/eve...

Every child deserves the best possible start. Expanding public education to include 4-year-olds through universal #juniorkindergarten is not just an investment in early learning, it’s an investment in equity, families, and our collective future. Learn More: mwmccain.ca

#ECinCanada #EarlyLearning

ICYMI - Why child-care vouchers aren’t the answer for working families this fall theconversation.com/why-child-ca...

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Housing, child care top of mind for Thunder Bay, Ont., service manager at AMO conference | CBC News Municipal leaders and service managers from across the province are making their way to Ottawa this weekend for the annual Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) conference, where they have th...

"Amid ongoing challenges around the recruitment and retention of early childhood educators (#ECEs), TBDSSAB is recommending the province introduce a wage grid to help incentivize workers."

#DecentWork #ECinCanada

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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...
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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...

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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