our resources
Explore our ECE topics
Our ECE topic section provides a vast archive of articles that cover topics that are important to you and your work. Articles have been written by ECEs, researchers, faculty, and other subject and content experts. We make it a priority to provide quality ELCC materials you can trust. We encourage you to share our articles with the early childhood community. CCCF Members can also enjoy our vast Interaction Magazine Archive with articles from leading subject matter experts.
CCCF expands online professional learning opportunities
The Canadian Child Care Federation (CCCF) is proud to announce an exciting expansion of our online professional learning opportunities. In response to feedback from our members across the country, we are committed to offering more accessible, high-quality, and affordable training that meets the evolving needs of early learning and child care professionals. In addition to
8 things to know about $10-a-day child care
Many people are having conversations about the $10 a day child care program and would like to know basic facts, accurate assessments, and responses to critics of the program. Professors and child care advocates Gordon Cleveland and Martha Friendly have put together this piece to help set the record straight.
Election 2025: Stand on Guard for Child Care
Read about this upcoming 2025 Canadian Federal Election, and how you can stand on guard for child care
Canadian’s Standing Ground: The Positive Impact of Canada’s Child Care System
Hello CCCF Readers, Let’s face it, the current political and economic tensions we feel from our southern neighbours are bringing Canadians together. We are reminded of what is important to us as Canadians and the values we hold dear. It’s a beautiful thing eh? So, continuing to build our national child care system is more
Bridging Cultures in Early Learning: International Students’ Practicum Experiences in Canada
By: Dr. Claudia Sasse, EdD – Assistant Professor in the School of Education at Ambrose University In the lively classrooms of Canadian early learning centres, the mixing of diverse perspectives creates a unique tapestry of educational practices. Among those contributing to this dynamic environment are international students completing their practicum. These future educators bring rich
Attraction, Retention, and Fulfilment for Men in Early Childhood Education
Read how and why we need to do better to bring men into the ELCC workforce. If our profession genuinely values equity, diversity, and inclusion, we must open the door, let them in, and give them an opportunity to be what they are: men who just want to support the overall development of children.
ECE Topics at a glance
Search evidence-based professional practice resources, articles, research, stories from ECEs in the field, reports, statistics and news. Explore our ECE topics whether you’re starting out on your journey or are an experienced decision maker or policy advisor. Find valuable information to grow in your journey to become your best ECE self. You can also join us for an interactive webinar.
Search our ECE topics list and check out hot topics such as Strategies for Dealing with Challenging Behaviours or how to Encourage Outdoor Play.
Explore our ECE topics. Note that each topic area scrolls from left to right to reveal more subject areas. Join us for a webinar today.
If you would like to see other areas covered in this section, we would love to hear from you on our CCCF Facebook Group.
