We are happy to collaborate with Karen Longridge from Children's Centre Thunder Bay to offer Self-Care for the Early Childhood Educator 2.0. We all know that self-care is important, yet there are unique challenges when caring for a group of young children (especially during the current Pandemic!). This interactive presentation will help you develop realistic … Continue reading Self-Care for the Early Childhood Educator 2.0 with Karen Longridge

To join us for this event, e-mail early.years@tbdssab.ca or text Jodi at (807) 630-1923.

Reggio Emilia Aotearoa New Zealand (REANZ) has a free webinar available for the next couple weeks about listening differently. This is part of a two-part series with the second webinar becoming available on August 30th. These webinars are “an opportunity for educators to reflect on the critical role of listening and how this permeates the … Continue reading The courage to listen differently: Hearing and seeing children and the role of the educator in new ways

Please join Alex for a gathering to discuss the College of ECE (CECE) publication Case Study 1- Sara's Confusing Behaviour.  This event will offer a group dialogue about the proposed case study, which includes a professional dilemma.  The conversation will allow participants to discuss and explore different perspectives and potential outcomes. Click HERE to read … Continue reading Case Study Discussion

The Indigenous Professional Learning Team is extending an invitation to early years professionals to attend an upcoming Knowledge Exchange Gathering. September 22, 2021 from 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm EDT This month Elders, Knowledge Keepers and early years professionals will share about the importance of Indigenous food sovereignty in relation to belonging, wellbeing, expression and … Continue reading Indigenous Knowledge Exchange- Food Sovereignty

In the current global state, and in our work with children and families, it is important that we create safe spaces to respectfully discuss race, racism, and reconciliation. As stated by the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (n.d.), “Remaining passive is no longer an option. Engaging in difficult or uncomfortable conversations is the new … Continue reading Exploring Anti-Racist Pedagogy