News and events

This page provides early learning educators with the latest news and events including our monthly newsletter.

Announcements

National Day of Truth and Reconciliation

Truth painted on orange rock

September 30 marks the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. It is a time to honour residential school Survivors and remember the children who never returned home. It is also an opportunity to reflect on the ongoing impacts of residential schools and the importance of truth and reconciliation.

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Announcements

Leadership and Human Resources Workshop Series for ELCC Leaders

Leadership and Human Resources Workshop Series for ELCC Leaders

Strengthen your leadership confidence and develop practical people-management skills through this interactive workshop series designed specifically for Yukon Early Learning and Child Care leaders. Through hands-on activities, real-world scenarios, and practical tools, participants will leave with strategies they can immediately apply in their programs.

Register for the full three-part series or attend individual sessions.

Leadership and Human Resources Workshop Series for ELCC Leaders
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Events
15
Dec

Leadership and Human Resources Workshop Series for ELCC Leaders - Session 3

Tuesday, December 15, 2026 | 9 am to 4 pm

Leadership and Human Resources Workshop Series for ELCC Leaders - Session 3

Leadership and Human Resources Workshop Series for ELCC Leaders

Strengthen your leadership confidence and develop practical people-management skills through this interactive workshop series designed specifically for Yukon Early Learning and Child Care leaders.

Session 3: Leading through Coaching and Communication

  • Building coaching and communication skills
  • Navigating conversations with confidence
  • Supporting employee growth and development
Leadership and Human Resources Workshop Series for ELCC Leaders - Session 3
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Events
10
Nov

Leadership and Human Resources Workshop Series for ELCC Leaders - Session 2

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 | 9 am to 4 pm

Leadership and Human Resources Workshop Series for ELCC Leaders - Session 2

Leadership and Human Resources Workshop Series for ELCC Leaders

Strengthen your leadership confidence and develop practical people-management skills through this interactive workshop series designed specifically for Yukon Early Learning and Child Care leaders.

Session 2: Welcoming and Engaging Employees

  • Recruiting, hiring, retaining, and supporting employees
  • Creating a strong foundation for long-term workforce success
Leadership and Human Resources Workshop Series for ELCC Leaders - Session 2
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Events
20
Oct

Leadership and Human Resources Workshop Series for ELCC Leaders - Session 1

Tuesday, October 20, 2026 | 9 am to 4 pm

Leadership and Human Resources Workshop Series for ELCC Leaders - Session 1

Leadership and Human Resources Workshop Series for ELCC Leaders

Strengthen your leadership confidence and develop practical people-management skills through this interactive workshop series designed specifically for Yukon Early Learning and Child Care leaders.

Session 1: Building a Strong Workforce

  • Recruiting, hiring, retaining, and supporting employees
  • Creating a strong foundation for long-term workforce success
Leadership and Human Resources Workshop Series for ELCC Leaders - Session 1
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Events
29
Sep

Books, Baskets and Beyond: Stone Soup (Part One)

Tuesday, September 29, 2026 | 6 to 7:30 pm

books baskets and beyond

Stone Soup: Read it, make it, play it. In this first session in the Books, Baskets and Beyond workshop series, educators will create a hands-on Stone Soup story basket and explore how storytelling, repetition, and shared experiences can support children's literacy, imagination, and engagement.

books baskets and beyond
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Events
28
Sep

ELCC Leadership Workshop: 13 Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace

Monday, September 28, 2026 | 9 am to 4 pm

ELCC Leadership Workshop: 13 Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace

This one-day introductory session provides Yukon Early Learning and Child Care (ELCC) leaders with a practical overview of the 13 Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace. Participants will explore how each factor contributes to a healthy, respectful, and supportive work environment, while gaining insight into the connection between employee well-being, team effectiveness, and quality early learning programs. 

ELCC Leadership Workshop: 13 Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace
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Announcements

Books, Baskets and Beyond

Books, Baskets and Beyond

Books, Baskets & Beyond is a 10-part professional learning series from ELCC, where we will bring five children’s books to life through two hands-on workshops for each story. Create practical storytelling resources you can take back to your program, then discover new ways to extend each book through play, programming, learning environments, family engagement, and children’s interests. With each workshop designed to stand alone, you can join for one session or follow a story from beginning to beyond!

Books, Baskets and Beyond
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