News and events

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

The Mitten (part one) workhop

Tuesday, November 24, 2026 | 6 to 7:30 pm

Part One: Read it. Make it. Play it. – The Mitten

Create a hands-on story basket and explore how storytelling, repetition, and shared experiences can support children's literacy, imagination, and engagement.

Announcements

We remember: Honouring National Indigenous Veterans Day and Remembrance Day in early learning

We come together to honour the courage, service, and dedication of Indigenous veterans and those who have served and continue to serve in the Canadian Armed Forces. Find out more about supporting children's understanding of these two important days.

View National Indigenous Veterans Day & Remembrance Day in early learning

Events

Oct

Past Event - Books, Baskets and Beyond: Stone Soup (Part Two)

Tuesday, October 27, 2026 | 6 to 7:30 pm

Stone Soup: from pages to possibilities. Explore how the story of Stone Soup can spark rich learning opportunities throughout your program. Through games, group activities, and educator discussion, you'll discover creative ways to extend the story through play, inquiry, family engagement, and everyday experiences.

Events

Oct

Past Event - Understanding the Early Years

Thursday, October 29, 2026 All Day

The Early Learning and Child Care branch at the Yukon Department of Education have partnered with Yukon First Nations Education Directorate and the Early Years Program to offer the ‘Understanding the Early Years’ course. The course, rich in Yukon First Nations culture, supports the development of culturally competent early childhood educators.

View Understanding the Early Years course Whitehorse Winter 2026

Announcements

National Day of Truth and Reconciliation

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.

View National Day of Truth and Reconciliation

Newsletters

Documenting with purpose: a strength-based approach to practice

At the heart of early childhood education is a commitment to respectful, reflective, and responsive practice. A key part of this work is how we observe and document children’s experiences.

View the September 2026 Newsletter

Announcements

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.

View the Leadership and Human Resources Workshop Series for ELCC Leaders announcement

Events

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

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

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