Welcome to our Children’s Rights page
Children’s Rights
By ratifying this Convention in 1991, Canada made a commitment to ensure that all children are treated with dignity and respect. This includes safeguarding the right of children to have a voice, be protected from harm, to have access to health care, and be provided with their basic needs and every opportunity to reach their full potential. The Convention also acknowledges the key role of parents and families in the lives of children and young people. In Canada, we celebrate the Convention on National Child Day held on November 20 each year.
To read about our 2024 Child Care Vision in Canada click here.
CHILDREN’s RIGHTS Articles
Anti-racism & Belonging in Outdoor Play and Learning
Canadian Child Care Federation partnered with the Child and Nature Alliance of Canada to present this webinar. Dynamics of power and privilege created by white supremacy culture have seen the outdoor play and learning movement thrive to serve mostly white, non-Indigenous and settler families across the Land. This webinar hopes to uncover and interrupt colonial
Recognizing and Responding to Signs of ChildAbuse and Neglect
In family child care settings, recognizing potential signs of child abuse or neglect is crucial for ensuring the well-being of the children under your care. It’s essential to approach this sensitive issue with caution, acknowledging the diversity in child-rearing philosophies and practices among families and cultures. Trust your instincts, but remain mindful of biases, and
Economic Benefits of Canada’s $10-per-day Early Learning and Child Care Program
Download the report from Dr. Jim Stanford, which highlights some of the measurable economic impacts Canada has already seen from the $10aDay Child Care Plan
Living Out an Inclusive Policy
CCCF, along with Gina Blank and Elizabeth Maddison from GRIT present Living Out an Inclusive Policy. How do you ensure that your organization is demonstrating its value of inclusion? In this workshop, participants will explore the principles of inclusion that drive inclusive policy in early learning and care settings. They will also investigate their role
10 Days of Action: Expanding the $10aDay Child Care Plan
As part of 10 Days of Action for Child Care and Early Learning, families and advocates are calling for an expansion of the $10aDay Child Care Plan. Read More.
Supporting Our Most Vulnerable
Read this editorial from the Winnipeg Free Press – on why children above all other citizens need to be protected and supported with quality child care.
