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Yukon early learning educators

Professional development community

This is a space for early childhood educators to learn, explore and grow together as a community.

It all begins at an early age.

Our view of ourselves, others and the world begins in our earliest years. These views set our course for the years to follow. As early childhood educators, the work you do today, shapes childrens’ futures.

This community aims to help you:

  • promote child-led discoveries to inspire their confidence to innovate solutions to tomorrow’s challenges;
  • direct purposeful play to develop skills children will need to create a strong and healthy community;
  • model the empathy and care you hope to see reflected in children as empathetic and caring adults;
  • listen to, learn from and support the work of Indigenous knowledge holders and Elders with the understanding that education is key for reconciliation; and
  • celebrate the unique culture and background of each child ensuring that they see themselves, their cultures and their identities reflected in their environments.

The future of our society begins with the next generation. Today and every day, early childhood educators are shaping tomorrow’s worldview.

Learning and development

We've curated a variety of training opportunities and professional resources to help you grow in your career

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Yukon resources

We've compiled a list of helpful resources from the Government of Yukon and community organizations so you can stay connected.

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News and events

Find out about the latest news and events that support early childhood educators, including monthly newsletters and professional development opportunities.

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See the future. Look to early learning.

The way children see the world today will create the world we live in tomorrow.

Latest news and events

Stay up to date with the latest news and events from the early learning educators professional development community.

Our community: a time for reflection and celebration

Together, we build belonging

When educators come together to share experiences, revisit meaningful moments, and celebrate learning, a deeper sense of belonging begins to take root. These moments help us recognize the importance of relationships and the ways our communities shape children’s identities and well being.

Together, we will explore how connection, care, and inclusive relationships (both indoors and on the land) support a strong sense of belonging for children and educators alike.

Join the ELCC team for this final session in the It starts with a book workshop series as we reflect on our shared learning journey and celebrate the connections built along the way.

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Past Event - Leadership series: 13 factors of psychological health and safety in the workplace - session 7

The Mental Health Commission of Canada identified 13 factors that can impact the mental health of employees. This workshop series will explore some of the factors that contribute to a positive workplace culture.

This session will take place on April 8, 2026 from 9:30 am until 11:30 am (online). 

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Strong hearts: building resilience and fairness

Strength is built through challenge!

When children face challenges, take risks, experience setbacks, and try again resilience grows. These moments are also where children begin to notice fairness, inclusion, and how their actions affect others.

Join us for an interactive workshop exploring how resilience and a sense of justice develop through everyday experiences. Together, we will look at ways of creating environments that support inclusion, equity, and fairness through open-ended play, shared problem-solving, and everyday challenges.

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Past Event - Listening and talking: communication and SEL

Communication in early childhood is much more than spoken words.

From gestures and play to storytelling and art, children are constantly expressing their thoughts, feelings, and ideas.

Join us for an engaging workshop exploring how communication supports social and emotional learning. Together, we will look at how listening deeply, responding with intention, and valuing multiple forms of expression help children build self-awareness, empathy, strong relationships and important early literacy skills.

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