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Truth and reconciliation: A time to reflect

Rock painted orange with blue feather, broken heart and word truth

September 30 marks the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. It is a time for self-reflection and a time to look back on the tragic role that residential schools have played in the history of this country and the lasting effects they have had on First Nations people and culture.

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View the September 2023 newsletter
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Noticing the small things

Colourful Yukon wildflowers up close

Early childhood educators can help children build social-emotional skills many ways. We can help them practice mindfulness. We can help children slow down, and notice what they see, hear and feel. Spending time outdoors is a great way to use mindfulness skills. 

Colourful Yukon wildflowers up close
View the summer 2023 newsletter
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We are all leaders

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As early childhood educators, we are all leaders. We are not only leaders to the children in our care – we also provide leadership and support to colleagues, families, and our communities.

Person walking on mountaintop trail above cloud level at sunset
View the June 2023 newsletter
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Environments that inspire

Children jumping in puddle

Our role as early childhood educators is to create relationship-driven, responsive, inclusive and thoughtful environments in which each child can thrive.

Children jumping in puddle
View the May 2023 newsletter
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Building connection

Every day there are opportunities to build connections with others, opportunities to create attachments that last a lifetime. Attachment supports the healthy development of children, families, and communities.

View the February 2023 newsletter
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Embracing change

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As we shift into a new year, take the time to reflect on the changes in your life. How do you view and adapt to these changes? Understanding ourselves will help us to understand others, including the children and families we support as they navigate the changes in their lives.

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View the January 2023 newsletter
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Families First

Adult and child making snow angels

Recognizing the impact family has had in shaping your identity is central for recognizing the important role families have in the lives of the children you nurture – and it opens up possibilities to engage with families in deeper ways. Welcoming families into early learning spaces helps honour and support the foundations families are building for their children.

Adult and child making snow angels
View the December 2022 newsletter
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I can too... empowering children's voices

Happy child in wheelchair playing with children and kite at sunset.

Together let’s step up to empower children, to hear their voices and honour all the ways they change the world. Help children’s voices get heard. When we listen to what children have to say and use their ideas, they have the power to inspire a better world for everyone.

Happy child in wheelchair playing with children and kite at sunset.
View the November 2022 newsletter
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September is a time for learning

Open book on tree stump in forest.

As students return to school, early childhood educators also have an opportunity to nurture curiosity and creativity, to focus on personal growth, learning and development. Spend time this month learning, listening and reflecting on the role early childhood educators have in reconciliation.

Open book on tree stump in forest.
View the September 2022 newsletter
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The wonder and joy of outdoor play

Child wearing yellow rubber boots jumping in puddle

Playing and learning outdoors creates a sense of place, a sense of connection to the land and to others. It supports children in every aspect of development. We encourage and invite you to find as many ways as possible to spend your days with the children in your care playing and learning outdoors.

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View the June 2022 newsletter