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...

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... @theconversation.com #ChildCare #ECinCanada #ELCC

"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 www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

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 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 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

Great news out of Bruce County ... cknxnewstoday.ca/midwestern/n... #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

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 #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!

Demand continues as province looks to extend ‘critical’ $10/day child care www.guelphtoday.com/local-news/d... #CWELCC #ChildCare #ONpoli

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

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!

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

#TestimonialTuesday : We asked the ECE sector what they needed and how they were feeling, and this is what they said... Learn more: knowingournumbers.ca #VoicesfromtheECEsector #ECE #KON #DecentWork

Excerpt: "The reduced fees took effect in January and impact more than 2,600 families whose children attend the daycares involved. Presently, there are 3,300 children aged five and under enrolled in licensed child care spaces at these reduced fees." www.sudbury.com/local-news/f...

#TestimonialTuesday : We asked the ECE sector what they needed and how they were feeling, and this is what they said... Learn more: knowingournumbers.ca #VoicesfromtheECEsector #ECE #KON #DecentWork

From today's webinar, Evaluation of the New Ontario Funding Formula, presented by Gordon Cleveland, Associate Professor Emeritus, Economics www.oise.utoronto.ca/atkinson/eve... #onpoli #CWELCC

#TestimonialTuesday : We asked the ECE sector what they needed and how they were feeling, and this is what they said... Learn more: knowingournumbers.ca #VoicesfromtheECEsector #ECE #KON #DecentWork

The @atkinsoncentre.bsky.social wants to hear from you! forms.gle/GKarMGWUyn35... #ECE #DecentWork #EarlyChildhoodEducation #ChildCare #Educators

#TestimonialTuesday : We asked the ECE sector what they needed and how they were feeling, and this is what they said... Learn more: knowingournumbers.ca #VoicesfromtheECEsector #ECE #KON #DecentWork

Learn more about Expanding Public Education: mwmccain.ca/expanding-pu...

"Small wonder for the exodus. 1 in 5 child-care staff responding to our survey told us they hold a 2nd job to make ends meet. Over 55% of couple families, and 83% of lone parent families, are concerned about their housing." theconversation.com/staffing-sho... #KON #ChildCare #Ontario

WEBINAR ALERT! Join us February 12th, at 4:00 p.m. EST, for a Free Webinar with Economist Gordon Cleveland : Evaluation of the New Ontario Funding Formula. Registration required. Please email [email protected].