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Early Childhood Education - Research Policy Action (ECE-RPA)
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ECE-RPA is a charitable organization dedicated to expanding the public discussion of early childhood and family policy through research and education.
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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.

En savoir plus : mwmccain.ca/expanding-pu...
September 15, 2025 at 1:39 PM
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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
September 15, 2025 at 1:39 PM
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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...
September 12, 2025 at 8:29 PM
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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
September 9, 2025 at 2:16 PM
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ICYMI - Why child-care vouchers aren’t the answer for working families this fall theconversation.com/why-child-ca...

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#ChildCare #ECinCanada #ELCC
August 18, 2025 at 12:26 PM
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"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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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...
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August 18, 2025 at 3:20 PM
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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.
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July 3, 2025 at 7:07 PM
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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
June 12, 2025 at 3:23 PM
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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
June 5, 2025 at 5:49 PM
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"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
June 5, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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This will be an important conversation - RSVP today to save your spot!
atkinsoncentre.bsky.social Atkinson Centre @atkinsoncentre.bsky.social · Jun 4
New Webinar!

Join us for a conversation with Child Psychiatrist Dr Jean Clinton to explore how supporting the ECE workforce improves outcomes for children.

June 23, 2025 | 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. EST
www.oise.utoronto.ca/atkinson/eve...

#ECE #ChildDevelopment #EducatorVoices #Workforce #EarlyLearning
June 4, 2025 at 1:07 PM
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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...
May 14, 2025 at 5:23 PM
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Cape Breton grandparent calling for expansion in before-and-after school programs www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

#ELCC #BeforeAndAfterSchool #ExtendedDay #ECE #ChildCare
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.
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May 26, 2025 at 2:19 PM
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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...
May 26, 2025 at 8:44 PM
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Do biases affect assessment in #kindergarten? Educators discuss strategies for mitigation theconversation.com/do-biases-af...
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.
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May 29, 2025 at 12:44 PM
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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
May 29, 2025 at 1:43 PM
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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
May 30, 2025 at 5:42 PM
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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
May 14, 2025 at 2:48 PM
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A must read!!! Visit @mwmff.bsky.social to learn more!

#ECE #policy #philanthropy #GivingForChange
mwmff.bsky.social Margaret and Wallace McCain Family Foundation Inc. @mwmff.bsky.social · May 14
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...
May 15, 2025 at 4:23 PM
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Great news out of Bruce County ...
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#Workforce #ECE
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.
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May 15, 2025 at 12:52 PM
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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
May 5, 2025 at 6:31 PM
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#TestimonialTuesday : We asked the ECE sector what they needed, and this is what they said...

Learn more: knowingournumbers.ca

#VoicesfromtheECEsector #ECE #KON #DecentWork
April 29, 2025 at 12:26 PM
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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
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
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April 24, 2025 at 1:30 PM
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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
April 22, 2025 at 6:22 PM
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#TestimonialTuesday : We asked the ECE sector what they needed, and this is what they said...

Learn more: knowingournumbers.ca

#VoicesfromtheECEsector #ECE #KON #DecentWork
April 15, 2025 at 12:36 PM