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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.
Key Qualities of a Home Child Care Provider
Embarking on a career as a home child care provider is a rewarding journey that requires a unique set of qualities. Whether you’re considering this path or already on it, here are key qualities that contribute to success in the role of a caregiver:

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.

Understanding Educator Burnout in Early Childhood Education
Read about how Management & HR can help reduce burnout in Early Childhood Educations.

Creating Inclusive Environments
CCCF and GRIT partner to share answers to important questions. What does a responsive, inclusive environment look like? Explore practical strategies that support inclusion of all children across a variety of activities and routines. Examine a tool that helps educators identify targeted practices that some children may need in specific routines.
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.
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