Events
13
May

Past Event - Learning through play - block play

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 | 6 to 7:30 pm

Past Event - Learning through play - block play

The ELCC team invites you to join us as we explore how block play can celebrate and promote children’s creativity through hands-on learning experiences. 

Past Event - Learning through play - block play
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Events
5
May

Past Event - Bear awareness workshop

Monday, May 5, 2025 | 6 to 7 pm

Past Event - Bear awareness workshop

The ELCC team invites you to join us for a bear awareness workshop, presented by Yukon Conservation Officer Services. This presentation is designed to guide early childhood educators on how to safely coexist with bears in their natural habitat while working with children. 

Past Event - Bear awareness workshop
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Newsletters

Making learning visible

Young child using a camera to photograph their bunny

In the world of early learning and child care, documentation plays a valuable role in understanding and supporting the growth and development of young children. It serves as a powerful tool for educators, caregivers, and families to track progress, reflect on learning experiences, and ensure that each child’s unique needs are met.

Young child using a camera to photograph their bunny
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Events
9
Jun

Past Event - Bear awareness

Monday, June 9, 2025 | 6 pm

Past Event - Bear awareness

The ELCC team invites you to join us for a bear awareness presentation, facilitated by Yukon Conservation Officer Services. This presentation is designed to guide early childhood educators on how to safely coexist with bears in their natural habitat while working with children. 

Past Event - Bear awareness
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Nurturing family connections

In early learning environments, building strong relationships with families is crucial for a child’s sense of well-being. At a young age, children’s development is deeply influenced by their relationships. When educators work closely with families, they create a strong support system that helps children grow in all areas—emotionally, socially, cognitively and physically.

View the January/February 2025 newsletter
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Welcoming the winter wonderland

Winter is a magical time for children! It provides opportunities for children to connect with nature, explore the snowy landscapes and stay physically active. Taking time to celebrate winter is a wonderful way for educators to teach children the value of being outside, being present and playing in the snow!

View the November/December 2024 newsletter
Events
25
Mar

Past Event - Learning through play - physical literacy

Tuesday, March 25, 2025 | 6 to 7:30 pm

Yellow rain boots and red origami boat in puddle.

Join the ELCC team as we discover the many learning and developmental opportunities that take place while children are engaged in physical play.

Yellow rain boots and red origami boat in puddle.
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Events
19
Feb

Past Event - Learning through play: quiet activities

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 | 6 to 7:30 pm

Yellow rain boots and red origami boat in puddle

Join us as we explore quieter play activities that support children’s learning and development.    

Yellow rain boots and red origami boat in puddle
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