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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.
Sun Protection in Early Childhood Education: A Practical Guide
Early Childhood Educators can play an important role in reducing childhood exposure to ultraviolet radiation and can help children develop good sun safety habits early on. Read the practical tips to help you properly protect children from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet radiation (UVR) from the Canadian Cancer Society’s SunSense research.
Inconsistent and Lacking Sleep Regulations in Canadian Childcare
More than half of Canadian children aged 0-5 are in childcare, yet there are no consistent regulations governing sleep in licensed childcare facilities.
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