News and events

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

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

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.

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. 

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 May 20, 2026 from 9:30 am until 11:30 am (online). 

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. 

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.