What's New

 

What's New

Raising the Bar Profile 2020-2021 Profile Extension Annoucement

 

Questions about re-opening, email: quality@cdrcp.com

Family Guide: Re-Opening of Peel Licensed Child Care 

 For access to all of our webinars, click here

July and August 2021: Professional Learning Opportuities - Child Care & Early Years 

June 2021: Professional Learning Opportunities - Child Care and Early Years 

May 2021: Professional Learning Opportunities 

April 2021: Professional Learning Opportunities 

March 2021: Professional Learning Opportunities

February 2021: Professional Learning Opportunities - Child Care & Early Years 

Professional Learning Catalogue: January 2021 

Food Handler Certification Course: Available from June 14th - July 6th 2021

Joint Health and Safety Committee Training: July 5th - 9th, 2021

Continuous Professional Learning Program: What You Need to Know 

Mental Health Resources

How to Foster Resiliency & Practice Self-Care… From Home!

Self-Care and Wellness

Financial Supports Available for Employees

Supplemental Unemployment Benefit Resource Guide - Provider Version

Health & Safety Guidance During COVID-19 for Employers of Child Care Centres 

Please see our webinar section for more resources related to COVID-19. 

 

E-Learning Opportunities

E-Learning Opportunities

 

Service Disruption: Please note that some pre-recorded webinars may be unavailable for a short period of time as we complete system updates. We appreciate your continued understanding and patience. Please check back at a later time to view webinars or email register@cdrcp.com for further assistance. Thank you. – CDRCP Quality Initiatives Team

Frequently Asked Questions about Webinars

Please Note:  Please submit 1 feedback form for each webinar viewed. Due to a high volume of emails, wait times for confirmation emails of viewing are longer than the normal 2 – 3 week time period. Thank you in advance for your patience.

 

Pre-recorded webinars currently available through CDRCP

Find our new webinars posted below!

Gender Justice In Early Childhood Education: Painting in Broader Strokes  Find in Fostering Engagement

Schema Play: Noticing and Building Upon Children's Innate Desires  Find in Program and Curriculum

Verbs as Projects  Find in Fostering Engagement

Leadership and Staff Morale  Find in Business and Human Resources

How Does Learning Happen? Continuing the Conversation in a Changing World  Find in Program and Curriculum

Brain Development - Turning Knowledge into Practice  Find in Health and Wellness

Managing Like You Mean It! Find in Business and Human Resources

Anxiety in Children and Youth - Part One: Understanding Key Concepts Find in Health and Wellness

Anxiety in Children and Youth - Part Two: Practical Intervention Strategies, Find in Health and Wellness

Learning Through Creative Arts: A Webinar for School Age Children, Find in Program and Curriculum

Everyday Science for School Age Children, Find in Program and Curriculum

Tired of Being Tired: Restoring Sleep During a Pandemic, Find in Health and Wellness

Staying Afloat After the Wave of Crisis, Find in Health and Wellness

Kindergarten 101, Find in Program and Curriculum

Returning to a Montessori Environment During COVID-19, Find in Program and Curriculum

 The Exponential Power of Recognition - Reject Burnout, Find in Health and Wellness

Revitalize Your Work and Life, Find in Health and Wellness

Motivated Teams, Motivated Supervisors: How to Achieve Both in Times of COVID-19, Find in Business and Human Resources

Creating Safe Curriculum for Preschoolers, Find in Program and Curriculum

Creating Safe Curriculum for Infants and Toddlers, Find in Program and Curriculum

An Employers Introduction to Canadian Immigration - The Basics, Find in Business and Human Resources

Collaborating With Community Partners, Find in Business and Human Resources

RTBP 2020-2021 Early Learning, Child Care, School-age & FDK Profile Orientation Module, Find in Fostering Engagement

RTBP 2020-2021 School-Age & FDK Profile Orientation Module, Find in Fostering Engagement

Leadership and Staff Morale *New

Dealing with the many significant and enduring challenges and impacts COVID-19 has placed on our work and home lives can have far reaching effects on your staff’s morale. In this webinar you will learn the core strategies to support your staff and yourself to help build and sustain morale, and to build trust and goodwill. Consequently, people will establish healthy work relationships and go beyond their job descriptions as needed.

Duration 45 minutes: Click here

 

Managing Like You Mean It! *New

Leaders need to adapt when supporting a community in crisis. This webinar will explore your managerial approach, positive communication, and how to become the "Master Builder". There will be opportunities for reflection throughout this webinar, with reflective questions to guide you. We will explore different ways to empower staff, and build off of their exisiting strengths. 

Duration 54 minutes: Click here

 

Dealing with Difficult People - Seven Simple Steps to Success! *New

Dealing with Difficult People - PDF Handout 

 

Motivated Teams, Motivated Supervisors: How to Achieve Both in the Times of COVID-19 *New

When life gives you lemons, you make lemonade! In this uplifting webinar, you will learn some easy-to implement team enrichment exercises that can bring your team closer together. Learn how to strengthen your team just when you need everyone to be kind, patient and supportive! Also, discover how as a supervisor, you can stay positive, energized, focused and avoid burnout.

Duration 49 Minutes: Click Here

 

An Employers Introduction to Canadian Immigration - The Basics *New

This webinar is designed to provide childcare operators, supervisors and managers with information on hiring foreign nationals and the Canadian immigration process.  The presentation is an overview on work permits, compliance and permanent residence options.

The information contained in this webinar is current as of December 14, 2020. The content of this webinar is solely for informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice and should not be relied upon as such.  Immigration law is frequently changing and it is important to obtain legal advice prior to utilizing any immigration program.

Duration 42 Minutes: Click Here

 

Collaborating With Community Partners *New

Child care operators and educators will gain innovative ways to create successful collaboration with community partners and other professionals, agencies and stakeholders such as: school boards, EarlyON centres, community centres and libraries to compliment existing services and expand capacity. Learn ways to seek, establish and maintain strong partnerships by taking initiative and seeking win-win outcomes. Broaden your horizons during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond!

Duration 57 Minutes: Click Here

 

Facing the New Normal: Effective Time Management During a Pandemic *New

Managing time is a challenge many of us have to overcome on a daily basis. With the addition of the COVID-19 pandemic, even the most efficient managers and owners can be frozen in place by the competing demands for our time, combined with new priorities and fears. This webinar will assist you to face the "new normal" with strategies for effective time management and new routines that support self care while achieving your goals. 

Duration 35 minutes: Click Here

 

Managing Staff Absenteeism and Compensation during the Pandemic *New

This webinar is designed to provide childcare operators, supervisors and managers with legal updates with respect to their employment obligations during the pandemic regarding accommodating employees who are absent from work due to self-isolation, quarantine or testing positive for COVID, and whether centres have to pay for time taken off of work. The session will also provide practical information on how to navigate through difficult issues such as laying off staff due to a shortage of work, and what should be considered before terminating an employee. 

Duration 1 hour: Click Here

For Handouts for the webinar, Click Here

 

Job Descriptions: How to Handle Changes Resulting From COVID-19 *New

COVID-19 has rapidly changed the employment landscape and employers are scrambling to keep up. This webinar will help you navigate making changes to job duties that have resulted from working during a pandemic.

Duration 20 minutes: Click Here

 

Conducting High Quality Interviews in a Virtual World *New

Conducting an effective and engaging interview is tough in the best of times, but in our new world of social distancing and conducting virtual interviews, it is even tougher to make quality assessments and choices based on what you see through a camera lens. In this webinar, you will get valuable tips for using technology, and "out of the box" thinking to maybe even get a better result than you did with in-person interviews.

Duration 51 minutes: Click Here

 

Re-envisioning Your Budget After COVID-19 *New

This webinar will provide an introduction to budgeting and finance terms, and look at financial challenges the child care sector is facing due to COVID-19. Learn what new expenses you will need to plan for, and how these expenses will impact operating costs.

Duration 29 minutes: Click Here

 

Staffing and Scheduling - Navigating These Program Elements With New Operational Guidelines *New

This webinar will explore the new staffing and scheduling requirements based on the Child Care Re-opening Operational guidance During COVID-19. Cohort sizes, screening and cleaning requirements mean that we need to rethink the staffing model. This webinar will give you tips on how to do just that, as well as  provide sample schedules to support you through reopening and beyond.

Duration 34 minutes: Click Here

 

Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS) *New

This webinar provides an overview of the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS), and additional support options for child care providers. 

Please note section three of the webinar is not available. 

Duration 21 minutes: Click Here

 

Using Technology to Work Remotely *New

With COVID-19 here, we are all having to learn how to work remotely. This webinar will teach you how to get started. Learn how to set up your home for remote work, and how to navigate the online tools that can help you be productive.  Intended for those getting started with remote work in our sector, the webinar will cover: technology and online access basics, tips and tricks to virtual work, and privacy considerations.

Duration 38 minutes: Click Here

 

Getting Your Organization Ready for Virtual Work *New

With COVID-19 here and a long path to reopening society on the horizon, the need to prepare your organization for virtual work can’t be ignored. This webinar will teach you what it takes to transition employees to remote work, and migrate your services online, wherever feasible.  Intended for organizational leaders and their technology team, the webinar will cover considerations around:  hardware and software, internet, privacy and security, communication, resource management and performance management.

Duration 1 hour and 1 minute: Click Here 

 

Delivering Programs Through Social Media *New

Engaging with your community online has never been more important than right now. Explore the various social media platforms, and how they can be used to deliver your program. This webinar includes instructions on how to create a dynamic profile, what type of content to post and how to make your program searchable online. The viewer will learn about privacy concerns, social media do’s and don’ts, and how to respond to online reviews – both positive and negative.

Duration 51 minutes: Click Here

 

Leading a Team Remotely *New

Managing a team remotely presents challenges to even the most seasoned Manager. Learn about maintaining efficiency, team morale, product & service cohesion, consistency in discipline and forming a productive team. There are big benefits to today’s virtual workplace, but there are also big challenges. This session will teach managers how to prepare employees for the virtual workplace, create telework programs, build virtual teams, leverage technology, and overcome work-flow barriers to create a successful virtual workplace

Duration 43 minutes: Click here

 

Tools for Working From Home *New

Work-from-home environments are a relevant part of today's workforce. They place a large emphasis on the technology, strategies and protocols needed to ensure productivity and data safety. This session will provide insight into the requirements for creating successful virtual workspaces. We will outline the responsibilities of both the employer & employee, examine tools, resources, and access levels, as well as how to establish routines and daily or ongoing expectations.

Duration 35 minutes: Click here

 

Weathering the Storm: Knowing Your Employment Rights During and After COVID-19 *New

With the mandatory closing of child care centres, many employees are not aware of their legal entitlements and financial options that may be available to assist them financially during the COVID-19 pandemic. This practical webinar will discuss:

• Whether centres have the legal right to temporarily lay you off
•  Does your employer have the right to reduce your pay?
• Can you refuse to go to work if you fear contracting COVID-19?
•  How to apply for the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB)
• What is the difference between CERB and EI?
•  Can my employer force me to take vacation?

Please note as the COVID-19 situation evolves so may the laws and policies governing us. Additionally, funding and supports may change as well.  Please refer back to a legal professional and or your governing bodies / sources of information for accurate and timely updates.

Duration 56 minutes: Click here

 

 COVID-19: The Ins and Outs of Temporary Lay-offs and Understanding The Federal Subsidy Programs *New

Transitioning to a Non-Profit Corporation

This webinar includes a list of 7 essentials to help you transition from a for-profit to a non-profit organization.  We will cover:

1. Key terms
2. Legislative overview
3. For-profit vs. non-profit
4. Approval process for export
5. Asset Transfer
6. Organizing your non-profit
7. Resources

Retaining and Motivating Your Educators 

Topics will include: Fostering strong communication to build a team that is like a “family”, tips for retaining team members by using motivation & creativity to keep them happy and committed to work at your centre. Outcomes include,  learning how to retain and motivate your team members through communication and motivational leadership that develops commitment and loyalty.

Duration 30 Minutes: Click here 

 

So You Want to Build

This webinar provides an introductory overview of the development planning process from start to finish. This webinar sets out what applications may be required to get through the planning approvals phase fro a development proposal, and information is provided on how to move on to your building permit application. This webinar is ideal for those seeking to expand their current land use, or establish a new one.

Duration 8 minutes: Click here 

 

Performance Management and Employee Discipline 

This webinar from a live recording, is joined by Asha Rampersad, certified Lawyer and Human Resources Advisor with Bernardi Human Resource Law LLP, in answering your tough questions and concerns about performance management and employee discipline. Gain knowledge on employee challenges you may face and tips and tricks for managing employee performance. Find out techniques you can use to successfully manage challenging employees, whether the challenges lie in an employee’s ability to perform the duties of the job (“poor work behavior”) or the employee’s failure to abide by your rules and policies (“improper workplace behaviour”). Participants will learn techniques to identify the cause of an employee’s poor performance and how to successfully manage their performance. 

Duration 1 hour:  Click here

 

Board Effectiveness and Good Governance Essentials

This webinar will introduce and explain key factors impacting the effective performance of boards and how good governance is achieved. Taking a highly practical approach, participants will be equipped with insights that can be used immediately to improve the performance of their board and how their organization can be better governed.

Duration 1 hour:  Click Here

 

Setting Your Culture

How we define a culture and the importance of the role of values in organizational culture, how to create a respectful culture to engage your staff and volunteers in a positive way that has an impact on our daily life. We will with a discuss the impact of culture in today’s society.

Duration 1 hour:  Click Here

 

Risk Management for Not-for-Profit Organizations

This webinar covers the basics of risk, risk management and how organizations can develop risk management strategies. Topics include identifying risks, analyzing risks, strategies to manage risks, developing and ongoing evaluation of risk managements plans.

Duration 40 minutes:  Click Here

 

The Alphabet of the New Ontario Not-for-Profit Corporations Legislation

The new Ontario Not-for-Profit Corporations Act is not yet enforced, however when it is expected to be administered it will affect the way not-for-profit organizations operate. Complying with this legislation may have significant impact on your organization. Join us to review the key features of the new legislation and steps your organization can take to prepare.

Duration 56 minutes:Click Here

 

Corporate Social Responsibility 

You will be introduced to CSR as a holistic model that reflects good organizational governance. You will learn that CSR is a wise investment in your organization's social captial, and a powerful tool through which you can reach out to your stakeholders, expand awareness of your organization, and engage in 'doing right' for community good.

Duration 30 minutes: Click Here

 

Engaging Your Community Online Through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Initiatives  

How cany your organization effectively reach out to engage and intereact with your local community? Through this workshop we will explore creative, cost-effectve, and interactive tools to connect with your local community online. By the end of this workshop you will be able to leverage the power of CSR and social networkin to build and enhance your organization's presence and positive reputation as a community leader 

Duration 33 minutes: Click Here

 

The Importance of Onboarding Orientation 

With company culture playing an important role in keeping employees satisfied, it's vital that businesses make new employees feel like welcomed additions to the team. This requires more than just beneficial training. Employees want to understand the ins and outs of the job while also feeling comfortable with their role in the company. In this webinar, you will learn how their roles and feel welcomed into a new workplace.

Duration 24 minutes: Click Here

 

Hiring Good Quality Educators 

Hiring quality educators is an important component to successfully running your business. You want to ensure that the applicant will not only fit well into your team, but has the ability to properly educate. Topics will include: selection & screening, interviewing & hiring techniques, how to “sell” your program to applicants. Outcomes: Learning how to attract the best educators, how to select for quality and attitude, how to screen resumes, doing a phone & in-person interview, in-class preview, and how to make  successful employment offers.

Duration: 32 minutes: Click Here

 

Hiring with Intentions

Do you cringe at the thought of hiring new employees? Have you ever regretted a hiring decision? Do you have star employees that you wish you could clone? This webinar will help you to really underestand your hiring needs, your employment brand and your culture. You'll be armed with lots of tips and to-dos that will help put you in control of your hiring process, and to hire and onboard with intention.

Duration 26 minutes: Click Here

 

Win-Win Discipline 

Are you struggling with employee discipline? Do you have a policy, but lack follow-through? This webinar will take you step-by-step through the progressive discipline process to help bring some much-needed clarity to this challenging employer task. Participants will learn how to navigate through progressive discipline with the goal of turning around problem behaviour and restoring a positive working environment. 

Duration 15 minutes: Click Here

 

Enforceable Employment Contracts - Begin With the End in Mind 

Are you concerned that your employment contracts aren't protecting you as an employer? Do any of your employees complain that they didn't know important details about their job before they started? Do you want to know when you should seek legal guidance, or if you're on the right track? This webinar will help you understand the risks, must-dos, common misconceptions, and important steps to take to get your employment contracts on track to being enforceable, clear and supportive to everyone.

Duration 15 minutes: Click Here

 

Team Building - Who's on My Team 

This webinar will explore what makes a good team. By giving everyone the opportunity to step outside their role, you will reveal hidden talents and generate new ideas that will help create a strong diverse team. 

Duration 33 minutes: Click Here

 

Spring Update - What Employers and Employees Need to Know 

Running a successful business and tending to customer needs is difficult, but it is not the only element of a business.  Employees are often viewed as a business’ best asset; however, when things go poorly, employment issues can detract and distract you for focusing on growing your business.  We are happy to provide you with an overview of employment law so that you can best protect yourself and ensure that your focus remains on your business.  While the focus of this presentation is terminations and an employer’s possible liability, we will also discuss creative solutions to ensure that your business is protected.

Duration 55 minutes: Click Here  

 

Spring Update - What Do You Need to Know About Bill 47 

Prior to the election of the Ford government, employment law was set to change in many significant ways which would affect your business.  Following the election, a number of the anticipated changes have been repealed and replaced with new laws.  What laws do you need to know and which ones can you ignore given the political environment in Ontario.  In order to navigate through this land of great uncertainty, we encourage you to tune into this presentation to learn about the changes that were expected previously and exactly what you need to know to ensure that your business is compliant.

Duration 1 hour and 17 minutes: Click Here

 

Supporting the Development of your Inclusion Policy

This webinar will support you in the development of your Inclusion Policy. It will provide key components necessary for approval and will provide information on your responsibilities when submitting your Inclusion Policy.

Duration 53 minutes: Click Here

 

Gender Justice In Early Childhood Education: Painting in Broader Strokes *New

This webinar will focus on gender inclusivity in the early childhood classroom. It will do this by exploring understandings of gender identity and gender justice. It will also focus on how to think outside of the gender binary when working with young children in order to create a space that allows them to explore their gender and identity while in an early learning and child care setting. Participants will begin to identify their own biases in practice when dealing with gender and identity. They will begin to develop strategies for gender inclusion in the early childhood classroom. Participants will build understandings of gender justice and gender creativity in relation to educator practice.

Duration: 1 hour & 9 minutes: Click here

Verbs as Projects *New

Verbs are action words and children use their full bodies to learn, so why do we use nouns for our project work?  Children are fully engaged in our project work with their minds, thinking and physical body.  Verbs move, verbs have life and verbs construct meaning for children.  We will explore stories from The Sunflower School and how we transformed nouns into verbs for project work.  We will work on nouns and convert them into verbs.  Nouns for project work is linear and one -dimensional.  How do we plan with children and engage in the verb? How do we create the culture of questions for children?  I will share beautiful classroom projects of verbs like transforming, transporting and magical thinking.

Duration 25 minutes: Click Here

RTBP 2020-2021 Early Learning, Child Care, School-age & FDK Profile Orientation Module

This session provides an overview around the 2020-2021 RTBP Reflection Profile. After viewing this you will have a better understanding as to the initiative expectations, profile documents and how to authentically engage and utilize the profile as a tool towards enhancing your overall program quality and professional capacity.

Duration: 12 minutes Click Here

RTBP 2020-2021 School-Age & FDK Profile Orientation Module

This session provides an overview around the 2020-2021 RTBP Reflection Profile. After viewing this you will have a better understanding as to the initiative expectations for school-age and FDK programs, profile documents and how to authentically engage and utilize the profile as a tool towards enhancing your overall school-age or FDK program quality and professional capacity.

Duration: 11 minutes Click Here

Understanding the Connection: Racism and Trauma - Available until September 25, 2021

In this webinar you will review the concept and prevalence of trauma, including inter-generational-trauma , and how it impacts racialized communities. You will explore the guiding principles for developing a trauma-informed approach to addressing systemic racism in your organization and community.

Duration: 51 minutes Click Here

Power, Privilege and Racism (Part 1) *New

What is social justice and where do the roots of social injustice begin? In this webinar you will explore the root causes of social injustice such as racism, discrimination and oppression that exist in Canada in a colonized context. We will examine issues of social injustice in order to enhance a sense of belonging for all children and families through anti-racist pedagogy.  In this webinar participants will:

1) Explore the root causes of social racism within Canada

2) Examine how power and privilege may lead to racism

3) Distinguish differences between anti-bias and anti-racist pedagogy

Duration: 36 minutes Click Here

 

Identifying and Reducing Microaggressions in Early Learning and Care (Part 2) *New

Micro aggressions are verbal or nonverbal slights against minority and racialized groups. They happen causally, frequently, and often without any harm intended. Micro aggressions reveal bias towards others and leave behind uncomfortable feelings.  In this webinar, participants will do the work necessary to recognize micro aggression within the context of working with young children and families in order to create inclusive environments where everyone feels a sense of belonging.  In the webinar participants will:

1. Distinguish between implicit and explicit Bias

2. Become aware of microaggressions

3. Explore the effects of microaggressions on the recipients

4. Reflect on addressing microaggression to foster an inclusive environment

Duration: 29 minutes Click Here

Reflective Facilitator

 In order to excel at collaborating with adult learners, critical reflection is necessary. In this webinar, you will explore 10 reflective questions to consider through your lens as a facilitator. It is meant to create a dialogue between CDRCP and facilitators to highlight common professional values. You will learn about the 3 principles that should be reflected in all workshops: Integrity, quality and collaboration.

Duration: 15 minutes Click Here

Temperament - Partnerships with Families

This webinar focuses on ways to deepen our understanding of children’s temperament and family expectations. In certain circumstances, temperamental qualities may pose as risk factors for children.  In this webinar we will look at ways to explore techniques to turn possible risk factors into protective factors in collaboration with families so we can ensure the best possible outcomes for all.

Duration: 21 minutes Click here

 

Temperament - It Takes Two 

Each of us have our own temperament which has been the basis of our personality formation.  Understanding the traits of temperament helps us to better understand ourselves and the children and families we work with.  This understanding provides us with a unique opportunity to strengthen self-regulation and create environments where everybody belongs. In this webinar we will discuss and look at the origins of temperament, examine traits and styles of temperament, and discuss ways to create a “goodness of fit”.

Duration 23 Minutes: Click here 

Anti-Oppression Training

This webinar will provide tools on the nature of oppression and important strategies and practices to be used to begin constructing your own Anti—Oppression Framework within your workplace. Have time for personal reflection throughout this webinar as an important component to your learning, with a pen and paper in-hand. This webinar will provide you with a deeper understanding of what Oppression and Anti-Oppression mean, provide you with Anti-Oppression resources and tools and how to deal with Oppression involving your own thoughts, feelings and actions.
Duration 30 minutes:  Click here

 

Setting the Stage for Successful Behaviour: An Introduction and Overview

Setting the Stage for Successful Behaviour is a positive and structured process which adults can use to support children with challenging behaviour. This approach is based upon the concept that all behaviour occurs for a reason(s). Once we identify these reasons, we can then use this information to develop strategies which will help the child learn ways of behaving successfully. This webinar will identify the purpose and components of Setting the Stage training, as well as provide an overview of the theory and process of Setting the Stage.

Please note: this webinar does not substitute the 2-day training course offered by CDRCP however it does act as a resource to provide basic knowledge, an overview, key strategies as well as components essential to the fundamentals of the course.

For more information on Setting the Stage training: Please email: nicole@cdrcp.com, call the office at: 905-507-9360 or visit the Setting the Stage website: http://cdrcp.com/stsresources/ for more information. 
Duration 30 minutes: Click here  

Setting the Stage for Successful Behaviour Part 2

Take a look at our new Setting the Stage 2 webinar! This webinar is a teaser to the extension of training coming soon! This webinar will provide you with essential and basic information about the new Setting the Stage. We have built this extension to complement the popular Setting the Stage training to provide participants concrete strategies and techniques while using the training. This webinar will provide you with insider knowledge on what to expect for in-person training, such as the toolbox that will provide you knowledge on how to handle a variety of situations using the STS approach.

If you are interested in Setting the Stage 2 Training please email: andrea@cdrcp.com to be contacted when training dates are available. 
Duration: 35 Minutes:  Click here 

Welcoming Newcomer Families to Early Childhood Programs - Supporting Hard to Reach Families 

Supporting newcomer families in EarlyON Centres and other early childhood programs can be challenging; and yet, programming for young children is often a critical gateway to successful settlement. This webinar explores some of the reasons why it may be difficult to reach newcomer families and suggests strategies for encouraging hard to reach families to participate and return again and again. Although it identifies obvious reasons why families do not participate, the webinar focuses largely on the invisible barriers to participation, such as differences in understandings, priorities, goals and beliefs. With a focus on daily activities like eating and playIing, it establishes a cultural basis for such differences and suggests practices for successfully supporting newcomer families.

Duration 26 minutes: Click Here

 

Men in Early Childhood Education 

Have you ever wondered why there are so few men in the field of early childhood education? Since the College of Early Childhood Educators officially opened in September 2008, the number of Registered Male ECEs has remained close to 3 percent.  This webinar examines some of the modern-day barriers that have prevented and/or discouraged men from participating in early childhood programs, not just in Ontario, but across the globe.

Duration 16 minutes: Click Here

 

Building Confidence to Tackle Difficult Conversations with Parents 

Build your confidence and effective communication skills by knowing how to prepare in advance to share any difficult message; learn skills on how to be a “partner” with the parents for the benefit of their children. Be ready to tackle any situation that comes your way, confidently. 

Duration 39 minutes: Click Here

 

Sensitivity, Diversity and Inclusion

Having a diverse and inclusive workshop has multiple benefits to both individuals and the organization. Self-awareness and understanding how your own behaviours may be perceived is the foundation to creating strategies to become more sensitive, diverse and inclusive. 

Duration 29 minutes: Click Here

 

F-Word in Childhood Disability - Function 

This webinar is about the first ‘F-word’ in Childhood Disability, Function. In this webinar, you will learn about the importance of function in child development for children ages 0-6. You will be presented with introductory ideas about what we mean by function, perceptions of ‘normal’ functioning, and real-life examples that showcase the importance of function for everyday health and development. By the end of this webinar, we hope you will have a better understanding of everyday functioning and that the important thing is what the child is doing… not how they do it!

Duration 18 minutes: Click Here

 

F-Word in Childhood Disability - Family 

This webinar presents information about the second ‘F-word’ in Childhood Disability, Family. In this webinar, you will learn how family is the essential ‘environment’ in a child’s life and the impact family has on child development. This is a particularly special webinar as it is presented by a parent partner of CanChild who shares her personal family experience and stories about her son who has Cerebral Palsy. Through her stories, you will learn about the importance of family-centred service and family engagement. By the end of this webinar, we hope you will have a better understanding of the significant role family has on a child’s development and their overall wellbeing.

Duration 27 minutes: Click Here

 

F-Word in Childhood Disability - Fitness 

This webinar presents information about the third ‘F-word’ in Childhood Disability, Fitness. In this webinar, you will learn about the importance of maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle and the impact this has on child development. You will be presented with information about what fitness looks like for children ages 0-6, ideas to promote fitness activities and how activities can be adapted to support children of all abilities. We hope that after completing this webinar you will have a better understanding of the importance of staying fit and healthy, and are motivated to encourage and promote fitness among children ages 0-6!

Duration 12 minutes: Click Here

 

F-Word in Childhood Disability - Fun 

This webinar presents information about the fourth ‘F-word’ in Childhood Disability, Fun. In this webinar, you will learn about the positive impact that playing and having fun has on a child’s cognitive, physical, social and emotional development. You will be introduced to the concept of fun and how families, health providers and educators play a critical role in encouraging and engaging in fun activities with children. By the end of this webinar, we hope that you have a better understanding of the importance of fun in all aspects of a child’s life; after all, isn’t having fun what childhood is all about?

Duration 18 minutes: Click Here

 

F-Word in Childhood Disability - Friends 

This webinar presents information about the fifth ‘F-word’ in Childhood Disability, Friends. In this webinar, you will learn about the importance of encouraging and fostering friendships for children and the impact friendship has on a child’s social, cognitive and emotional development. You will learn how parents/caregivers, service providers and educators can encourage friendships between children and how to promote friendships for children with disabilities. By the end of this webinar, we hope that you have a better understanding of the importance of friendships in child development, and the role of friendships in supporting an overall happier and healthier childhood.

Duration 12 minutes: Click Here

 

F-Word in Childhood Disability - Future 

This webinar is about the sixth ‘F-word’ in Childhood Disability, Future. In this webinar, you will be exposed to ideas that will encourage you to consistently think about a child’s future and how the future is an essential component of child development. You will be presented information about how both service providers and parents/caregivers can support a child’s goals, dreams and future. You will learn about taking a strengths-based approach to goal setting and how to plan for a child’s future. By the end of this webinar, we hope you have a better understanding of how to support children and their families in recognizing their current capacity, and achieving future goals and aspirations.

Duration 11 minutes: Click Here

 

Supportive Guidance for Challening Behaviours 

In every early years setting, there are some children who struggle with self-regulation and therefore exhibit challenging behaviour. Many of these children can learn to self-regulate with appropriate individual support. Supportive relationships provide a sense of security, connection and co-regulation and thus are the basis for supportive guidance. Individualized approaches, based on what you know about the underlying reasons for each child’s strong needs behaviour, will guide you in providing successful strategies. An intentional plan is needed for challenging situations; this involves connection, protection and co-regulation.

Duration 53 minutes: Click Here

 

Emotional Regulation Part 1

The purpose of this 2-part workshop is to provide mediators (e.g., parents, teachers, daycare staff, etc.) with a better understanding about emotions and challenging behaviours, along with suggestions on how to prevent and respond to behaviours based on the principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA).

Part 1 of this workshop will provide a review on the functions of behaviour and discuss the ABCs of behaviour. Participants will learn about the emotions and behaviours cycle before exploring various assessments.

Please Note: This workshop is intended to provide a general introduction to foundational ABA strategies. Further consultation with a Behaviour Therapist or a Behaviour Analyst is recommended for more comprehensive and individualized interventions, as well as to discuss associated risks and benefits.

Duration 30 minutes: Click Here

 

Emotional Regulation Part 2 

The purpose of this 2-part workshop is to provide mediators (e.g., parents, teachers, daycare staff, etc.) with a better understanding about emotions and challenging behaviours, along with suggestions on how to prevent and respond to behaviours based on the principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA).

Part 2 of this workshop will  focus on the elements of anger management. Participants will learn how to identify possible triggers (antecedents) for challenging behaviours, determine the individuals physiological signs for emotions (feelings), identify cues for teaching replacement behaviours, explore options for coping strategies such as relaxation techniques, encourage self control through incentives and to record progress.

Please Note: This workshop is intended to provide a general introduction to foundational ABA strategies. Further consultation with a Behaviour Therapist or a Behaviour Analyst is recommended for more comprehensive and individualized interventions, as well as to discuss associated risks and benefits.

Duration 32 minutes: Click Here

 

Behavioural Guidance Part 1 

 La langue de jeu, la langue dominate de l'enfant 

L’intervenant qui œuvre en milieu minoritaire francophone aura l'occasion d’approfondir sa compréhension de sa mission éducative, culturelle et communautaire spécifique à son milieu et d’acquérir des outils, des ressources, des approches pertinentes à son rôle pour assurer un accompagnement plus stratégique et reconnaître son influence.

L’apprentissage ou le maintien du français dans un milieu où cette langue est celle d'une minorité, n’est pas chose facile. Pourtant, il est possible de le faire et de motiver autant l'enfant que l’éducateur, l’éducatrice et la famille à l'apprendre et à le parler avec plaisir. Chaque webinaire offrira à l’éducateur ou l’éducatrice :

• l'occasion de valider ses pratiques actuelles,
•         - de réfléchir et de s’enrichir d’une grande variété de stratégies pratico-pratiques pour le maintien et l'apprentissage de la langue et pour développer chez l'enfant les sentiments d’appartenance, d’inclusion, de réussite, et favoriser la collaboration et la participation de tous en s’amusant.

La langue de jeu, la langue dominate de l'enfant Partie 1 

La première partie présente les raisons principales pour lesquelles l'apprentissage et l'utilisation du Français semble être si difficile voir impossible. Quels sont les obstacles? Que dit la recherche? Que peut-on faire pour réussir? Ces questions sont traitées et répondues avec des conseils pratico-pratiques. Plusieurs croyances et mythes sont adressés afin d’encourager les éducatrices et les éducateurs à réfléchir. Le tout sera très utile à partager avec les parents et la communauté.

durée 1 heure et 13 minutes: Cliquez ici

La langue de jeu, la langue dominate de l'enfant Partie 2 

Duration 8 minutes: Click here

Brain Development - Turning Knowledge into Practice *New

Research has shown that what happens in the early years can have an impact on healthoutcomes across the lifespan. This webinar will help educators understand the implications of brain research on early childhood programs and how to apply concrete steps to boost the children’s potential.

Duration 1 hour, 19 minutes: Click Here

Anxiety in Children and Youth - Part One: Understanding Key Concepts *New

This webinar is part one of a two-part webinar series that takes a close look at the development and experience of disordered anxiety in infants, children and youth. During Part 1 participants will be introduced in detail to 4 key areas that relate to the development and ongoing influence of anxiety in infants, children, and youth. Participants will leave with a better understanding of the difference between helpful vs hindering anxiety while also exploring some key influencing factors for the development and maintenance of childhood anxiety. The concepts of attunement and regulation are introduced as both a key contributor to the development of, and the resolution of, disordered anxiety in children.

Duration 55 Minutes: Click Here

 

Anxiety in Children and Youth - Part Two: Practical Intervention Strategies *New

This webinar is part two of a two-part webinar series. Building off the increased understanding of anxiety development in part one, this webinar will introduce practical suggestions and intervention strategies. Strategies will be aimed at children, parents, and care providers in better recognizing and responding to anxiety in infants and children with a goal of reducing unhelpful anxiety patterns and creating a more balanced nervous system response. Body, movement, and cognitive based strategies will be explored leaving participants with an increased confidence and capacity in supporting children and their families with anxiety management.

Duration 1 Hour 14 Minutes: Click Here

Tired of Feeling Tired: Restoring Sleep During a Pandemic *New
Resources for Sleep

Staying Afloat After the Wave of Crisis *New
My Self Plan for Leaders Worksheet

The Exponential Power of Recognition - Reject Burnout *New

What would you do if you had a tool that costs virtually nothing, takes almost no time, and is guaranteed to boost your job satisfaction and reduce burnout? And what if I told you you've used it, know about it, and even like it? In this session you will get purposeful about leveraging one of the most effective approaches to boosting job satisfaction, healthy team relationships, and celebration of what’s working in your workplace – recognition – through F.R.O.G. Forever Recognize Others' Greatness™. Let's deal with the common roadblocks to organizational health and recognition so you can spot them, intervene effectively and help others to keep an eye on cultural wellness along with you.Let's explore proven organizational life saving strategies that you can begin to use immediately! Don't suffer with burnout or miss the opportunity to celebrate your team’s awesomeness! Join the job engagement revolution and love your work!

Duration 57 Minutes: Click Here

Revitalize Your Work and Life *New

• Are you trying to be all things to all people?
• Are you who you want to be during this unprecedented time?
• Are competing priorities and the lack of time, energy and motivation stopping you from being your best?       
• It’s time to stop overwhelm by topping up your psychosocial wellness tool kit. Get ready to see how the Kaizen principle can help you improve your quality of life - even in tough times.                                                                                        

Duration 1 Hour and 5 Minutes: Click Here
Tip Sheet 

Trauma Informed Care: Supporting Families and Fostering Resilience - Available until October 30, 2021

Is your organization trauma informed? Trauma informed care takes the following into consideration:

• It is based on an individual's strengths
• It respects the impact of trauma
• It provides a holistic view of safety
• It builds trust and empowerment

In this webinar you will learn to identify the components to creating a trauma informed organization, and how to support families and foster resilience.

Duration 1 hour and 6 minutes: Click Here

Understanding Change in Children's Lives *New

Change is inevitable, but can be difficult for children to process. This webinar looks at different types of changes that occur in children's lives, and how these changes affect them. Different strategies for suppting children will be provided, including specific phrases and techniques. 

Duration 20 minutes: Click Here

Infectious Disease Program Development - Two Part Webinar Series *New

These engaging sessions will guide management on how to develop an infectious disease program. In this series, participants will learn:

Creating Safety: Supporting Children as they Return to Care - Available until July 31, 2021

As children return to childcare after COVID-19, they may need extra support.  This webinar provides an important introduction to the nervous system and our protect, survive and connect responses. Understanding these responses will help you create a safe and engaging  space for children. Using this trauma informed approach combined with suggested activities, we can help children feel supported during this time.

Duration 1 hour and 8 minutes: Click Here

 

Supporting Reintegration - Separation Anxiety and Processing Grief *New

This webinar will explore attachment styles, the causes of separation anxiety (including grief and loss), social-distancing approved support strategies, the effects of grief, loss and fear and appropriate coping strategies.

Duration 1 hour and 12 minutes: Click Here

Accompanying Tip Sheet - Supporting Reintegration, Separation Anxiety and Processing Grief: Click Here

 

Understanding and Coping with Childhood Regression *New

Children regress to a younger state for a variety of reasons, in this webinar we will explore:

1. What childhood regression is.
2. Why regression happens, and what influences the onset.
3. How developmental milestones affect regression.
4. How to support children through regression.

Duration 37 minutes: Click Here

Accompanying Tip Sheet - Child Regression and the Academic Gap: Click Here

 

EDI (Early Development Instrument) *New

The EDI (Early Development Instrument) is used to monitor children's developmental health at school entry. Children are assessed in the 5 EDI developmental domains: Physical Health & Well-Being, Social Competence, Emotional Maturity, Language & Cognitive Development and Communication Skills & General Knowledge. This data is then grouped into 3 categories: Vulnerable, At Risk or On Track. EDI examines and reports in terms of vulnerability. Finally, we will look at how we use the EDI data for system planning and knowledge mobilization.

Duration 20 minutes: Click Here

 

Coping and Thriving in Uncertain Times *New
Explore some simple but effective self-care techniques that can have a big impact on your quality of life. This webinar will cover:

1. How this health pandemic impacts our basic hierarchy of needs.
2. Approaches to regain control over feelings of anxiety, overwhelm and frustration regarding uncertainty.
3. Practical ways to improve the quality of your sleep and boost your energy to experience productivity at home and at work.
4. Realistic strategies to apply NOW to best manage your emotional pain.

Duration 43 minutes: Click Here

 

No One Should Have to Grieve Alone - The Difference You Can Make *New

This webinar will equip child care providers with the knowledge and resources to help support children who are experiencing the death of a loved one. Viewers will learn about different types of grief that the children and families they work with may be experiencing, as well as behaviours and characteristics that children who are grieving may display. By the end of this webinar, viewers will have learned about several resources that they can share with families, or access themselves to be able to provide more guidance and support to the families within their workplace.

Duration 28 minutes: Click Here

 

Talking to Children About COVID-19 *New

Explore the basics of the pandemic, the worries school-age children are having and ways of responding to these worries in a child-friendly and relatable way. Look at different strategies and activities that are age appropriate and effective in navigating this pandemic. Parents and educators will learn how to respond to children’s questions, provide an outlet for their worries and ease their anxieties during this challenging time.

Duration 43 minutes: Click Here

 Accompanying Tip Sheet - Talking to Children About COVID-19 Click Here

 

School-agers and Their Stressors: Finding Balance

This webinar explores major stressors that school age children are experiencing that influence behaviour.  We will look at ways of reframing our role as an educator to see the meaning behind that behaviour.  Several calming strategies will be provided for both children and educators to help you find balance in your day.

Duration 57 minutes: Click Here

 

Compassionate Care & Fatigue (Part 1) – Beyond Kale and Pedicures: What works to reduce the stress and challenges of our work?

In this first webinar, Françoise Mathieu defines compassion fatigue, burnout, moral distress and secondary traumatic stress (STS) as well as demystifies the natural consequences of working in a high-stress, trauma-exposed environment. Participants will learn to identify key factors that increase their risk of compassion fatigue and STS, learn how to identify their warning signs and learn about the concept of ‘exquisite empathy.’
Duration 1hour, 3 minutes:  Click Here

 

Compassionate Care & Fatigue (Part 2) – The Edge of Compassion: Staying well while working in high stress, trauma-exposed environments

In part two, Françoise Mathieu defines the Window of Tolerance of Framework, explores the importance of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), and provides workplace strategies to prevent “sliming.” Participants will learn evidence-based strategies to remain healthy and balanced while working in challenging work as well as learn how to develop their own personal secondary-trauma reduction toolkit.
Duration 49 minutes:  Click Here

 

Stress and Crisis Management

This webinar looks at stress; what it means, what causes it and what it looks like, as well as how we might reduce stress where possible. We also look at crisis; what it is, what causes it, what impact it has, and how we can deal with crisis. Included in this section is assertiveness vs. passivity and aggression. We also consider families who are challenged and therefore in crisis often.
Duration 50 Minutes:  Click Here

 

Introducing Solid Foods to Infants

Introducing solid foods and responding to a child’s hunger and fullness cues can be a challenge for parents and caregivers. To   support the development of healthy eating skills, this evidence-based webinar provides information on, developing readiness for solids, responsive feeding, creating a positive eating environment and the importance of caregivers engagement during mealtimes.   
Duration 30 minutes: Click Here

Mindfulness and Self-Care Strategies

Mindfulness & Self-Care are so important for individuals with giving personalities who devote their life to helping others. In this webinar, you’ll take 30 minutes of self-care time to engage in 5 different mindfulness-based practices that you can use to:

• De-stress and release tension 
• Calm your nerves
• Pay better attention and care to your body and mind
  Duration 38 minutes: Click Here 

Why Nutrition Matters for Mental Health

An estimated 1.2 million children & youth in Canada are affected by mental health issues. 17% of children ages 2-5 years meet diagnostic criteria for mental health problems. Does nutrition matter for mental health? Many children are overfed and undernourished. They are missing adequate key nutrients for healthy development and function. Jon Amy as she shares recent research and strategies to promote mental health through healthy eating and lifestyle. 
Duration 1 hour: Click Here

Introducing the F-Words Framework 

This Overview webinar introduces people to the World Health Organization's International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health - usually called 'the ICF' - and some "F-words" ideas that bring the ICF to life for kids with disabilities and their families. Six videos will follow, to illustrate how and why each 'F-word' (Function, Family, Fun, Friendships, Fitness and Future) is so important to parents of kids with impairments, and their kids, and to people who work with them to promote their development.

Duration 18 minutes: Click Here 

 

Self-Regulation, Stress, and Children’s Behaviour (Part 1) 

This webinar will give early childhood educators a new and more helpful way of understanding self-regulation in young children. We will define self-regulation and why it’s important in early childhood education, differentiate between self-regulation and self-control,  learn how to recognize and reduce stress in children and adults, and identify the connection between self-regulation and stress in children, educators, and parents. We will also reframe our view of children’s behaviour by examining the difference between stress behaviour and misbehavior and move from a punishment/consequence mindset to one based on compassion, understanding, and support.

Duration 37 minutes: Click Here

 

Self-Regulation, Stress, and Children’s Behaviour (Part 2) 

This webinar introduces the 5 Domains of Self-Regulation and the 5-Step Shanker Method® along with practical strategies for reducing and alleviating stress in early childhood settings. We will identify signs of stress behaviours and stressors associated with each domain, explore practical strategies to reduce stress in the biological, emotional, cognitive, social, and prosocial domains, and learn strategies that can help children calm down and/or find energy; according to the needs of the situation.

Duration 48 minutes: Click Here

Toliet Training 

The Goal of this toilet training workshop is to provide mediators (e.g., parents, teachers, daycare staff, etc.) with strategies and new years to teach toileting independance, how to avoid the development of behavioural problems associated with toileting and a problem solving approach when behavioural difficulties occur.

Please Note: This workshop is intended to provide a general introduction to foundational ABA strategies. Further consultation with a Behaviour Therapist or a Behaviour Analyst is recommended for more comprehensive and individualized interventions, as well as to discuss associated risks and benefits.

Duration 17 minutes: Click Here

 

Understanding Children's Mental Health, Supporting Children's Mental Health

The first part of this webinar provides a simplistic understanding of how stress affects the neurological/biological mental health of the child. The second part of the webinar offers suggestions of how educators and those working with groups of children can provide a supportive environment to nurture positive mental health in young children.

Duration 31 minutes: Click Here

 

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Part 1 

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is an invisible brain-based disability that arises due to exposure to alcohol prenatally. FASD one of the leading causes of development disabilities in North America, at a conservative estimate prevalence rate of 2-3% in school-aged children. Understanding the structural changes that have occurred in the brain will allow for a better understanding of the cognitive and behavioural difficulties of that individual.

Duration 38 minutes: Click Here

 

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Part 2 

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), is one of the most challenging disabilities to engage in conversations about, due to the stigma and lack of awareness. Part 2 of this series is about the approach. First, we explore the approach to conversing about FASD with families. Secondly, the approach for parents/caregivers/service providers to successfully implement strategies and a framework to improve quality of life.

Duration 34 minutes: Click Here

 

Using the Power of Nature to Heal Children

Young children today are suffering from many maladies such as nature-deficit disorder, depression, anxiety, hyperactivity, etc. Research tells us that spending time in nature is therapeutic subsequently, in this workshop, you can identify teaching strategies to assist in the healing of young children. You will learn strategies that will help children develop a sense of self and develop a connection to the elements of nature. Join me in the appreciation  of nauture  and how it can assist with children's healing as well as your own. 

Duration 1 hour and 2 minutes: Click Here

 

Bullying - Why it Happens and How to Control It *New 

Bullying is a serious societal concern. This webinar is designed to assist in the understanding of the differences between bullying and other aggressive behaviours. During this webinar you will examine the characteristics of a child that bullies and the child who is bullied plus the child who is a bystander. You will discover strategies to assist children who bully and children who have been bullied. You will also learn strategies to respond to bullying and strategies to prevent bullying. It is advisable to take a proactive approach to eradicate bullying behaviours at a young age. This webinar is a tool to assist with that endeavour.

Duration 22 minutes: Click Here

From Fearful to Fabulous - Embracing Opportunities in Response to Regulatory Changes *New

The early learning community in Ontario is facing significant regulatory changes as we prepare to re-open our programs. Admittedly, these changes bring significant challenges for each of us, but they also bring opportunities for us to strengthen our intentionality with respect to our environments, toys & materials, and out interactions with children, families and colleagues. This webinar will explore practical considerations in response to regulatory changes and our obligation to model resiliency to children, families, colleagues and the community.

Duration 41 minutes: Click Here

 

The Rights of the Child In Early Childhood Education

A rights perspective is fundamental to our image of children as individuals who are competent, curious and rich in potential. This webinar explores the evolution of child rights as they reached their most comprehensive expression in the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC), adopted November 20, 1989, a day that is now celebrated in Canada and around the world as National Child Day. It provides a road map to the CRC for educators by identifying the 3Ps of the CRC – Protection, Provision and Participation – and explores how its overarching principles, such as the best interests of the child, provide guidance in relationships with children. It closes with a focus on the CRC in the community today and invites reflection on ways of increasing awareness of child rights in the classroom and beyond. 

Duration 28 minutes: Click Here

 

Duty to Report

This webinar will provide information on reporting child abuse and neglect. We all play a vital role in the Peel community to prevent child abuse. In this webinar we will review your on—going duty to report, what needs to be reported and how, the investigation process and the steps of referral.

Duration 24 minutes: Click Here 

 

Transitions to a Non-Profit Corporation  

This webinar will provide an overview of the 7—steps to consider in regards to transitioning from a profit organization, to a non-profit organization or child care centre. We will review key terms referring to corporate structure and your organization, legislative overview for both for-profit and not-for-profit corporations, the definition of both for-profit and not-for-profit, explore paths that could be used for transition, how to organize your new non-profit; including good governance and practices to keep in mind, and additionally resources will be provided for more information.

Duration 42 minutes:  Click Here 

 

 

Schema Play: Noticing and Building Upon Children's Innate Desires *New

Come and discover more about what schema play is along with the importance of observation and documentation.  Then familiarize yourself with 9 common early childhood schemas: Orientation, Positioning, Connection, Trajectory, Enclosure, Transporting, Enveloping, Rotation and Transformation. Practical ideas including materials that can be offered will then be shared in order to build upon the schemas that are being observed in your program.

Duration 1 hour, 4 minutes: Click Here

How Does Learning Happen? Continuing the Conversation in a Changing World *New

Learning Through Creative Arts: A Webinar for School Age Children *New 

Art is a fun learning opportunity for children with research telling us that children have an innate need to experience it. With that in mind, this webinar has been designed to assist with your working knowledge of the best practice in the art program and the benefits of creative arts. You can discover how setting up the art supplies is important for learning, with a focus on being COVID -19 responsible. You will learn the elements of art so you can appropriately discuss the children's artwork.  Finally, you will have an opportunity to explore fun and engaging  art activities.

Duration 59 Minutes: Click Here

 

Everyday Science For School Age Children *New 

Many RECEs working with school-age children are unsure how to incorporate science in their program. In this workshop you will discover the importance of science in the schoolage program. You will learn how to implement an appropriate science area in your classroom and science experiences in your curriculum plan keeping in mind COVID-19 restrictions. You will also be able to explore appropriate dialogue when the children are engaged in the science experiences. During this webinar, you will have an opportunity to view an array of school-age appropriate, hands-on science activities that use everyday materials. Bring an open mind to gain knowledge and expect to have fun with science.

Duration 47 Minutes: Click Here

Kindergarten 101 *New 

In this webinar, learn from an experienced Early Childhood and Wonder Based Educator on the ins and outs of teaching Kindergarten. We will look at how the classroom environment sets the tone of the Kindergarten program. Attendees will learn program ideas that incorporate language, math and science. We will look at how to use the ELECT and How Does Learning Happen? documents to program plan in a play based environment. Webinar attendees will learn observation and documentation techniques and how to utilize them to implement activities and communicate with parents.

Duration 46 Minutes: Click Here

Returning to a Montessori Environment During COVID-19 *New

Montessori classrooms, like all other early childcare environments, are facing the ever-changing challenges of the pandemic. As Montessori educators, we understand the significance of a prepared environment that can meet children’s physical, social and emotional needs. This webinar examines how Montessori environments can be enhanced and adapted during and after COVID-19. Children’s social and emotional wellness and teachers’ roles in facilitating and sustaining a safe and healthy environment are explored.

Duration 18 Minutes: Click Here

Outdoor Winter Environments that Inspire for Infants & Toddlers *New

The recognition that children of all ages need to spend more time outdoors playing in and with nature is growing. For infants and toddlers to fully experience the benefits of outdoor play, educators need to overcome barriers to embrace the developmental and learning affordances of winter. This webinar will focus on the importance of outdoor play, provide suggestions for winter nature invitations and discuss ways to address barriers.

Duration 49 Minutes: Click Here

 

Outdoor Winter Environments that Inspire for Preschoolers *New

Preschoolers are curious, and nature is a great place for them to explore their curiosities and problm solving skills. In the age of COVID-19, the need for extended outdoor time has taken root! At the conclusion of this webinar, participants will have access to a number of helpful resources and will have reflected on opportunities for inspiring outdoor play.

Duration 59 Minutes: Click Here

Outdoor Winter Environments that Inspire for School-agers *New

This webinar will look at unstructured play, it's inportance for school age children, and how to embrace child-led play. We will delve into land-based learning, and the importance of land as a teacher. 

Duration 52 minutes: Click Here

Creating Safe Curriculum for Infants and Toddlers *New

Exploratory play is enhanced when activities are individualized for Infants and Toddlers. This webinar is designed to inspire safe ideas for planning Infant and Toddler Curriculum.  The concept of play boxes, concept boxes and teacher made materials will be explored for supporting all areas of the curriculum. Come and be inspired and leave with a variety of safe ideas to refresh and rejuvenate all areas of your program.

Duration 32 Minutes: Click Here

Creating Safe Curriculum for Preschoolers *New

Play is the primary mode for learning in early childhood and is the way many milestones are met. In this webinar we will explore a variety of safe and innovative approaches to curriculum design that support the learning and interests of the individual within the group. We will explore the unique characteristics of the preschool child and investigate a variety of ideas that will ignite a passion for developing safe preschool curriculum.

Duration 30 Minutes: Click Here

From Greet to Goodbye: Programming in Home Child Care *New

In this webinar, From Greet to Goodbye: Programming in Home Child Care, we will look at the role of the home child care provider/caregiver and how to program plan from greet to goodbye. We will explore the difference between provocations and invitations, how to introduce materials to a range of age groups as well as how to build an environment that promotes a sense of well-being, engagement, a sense of belonging and expression.

Duration 35 minutes: Click Here

 

Apart But Together - Outdoor Play During a Pandemic *New

During this time of Covid 19, it is even more important to get outside. Nature play is an invaluable resource that supports a child’s immune system, physical activity, and social emotional needs.  Isolation within our homes has kept us safe but has also increased our sedentary behaviour and screen time for all age groups. Now we need to balance that with physical activity and sensory input that the outdoors can safely provide.  Using the outdoors as the ‘third teacher’ allows educators and children to remain healthy and engaged while having fun.  In this workshop we will examine what can be done outside in your playground and beyond, allowing children to easily respect social distancing and stay safe.  The use of loose parts and adapting how we use and view the space will be critical to the success of using the outdoors and providing the many benefits of getting outside.

Duration 1 hour and 21 minutes: Click Here

 

Inside the Box - Programming for Quality Childcare During a Pandemic *New

This webinar will support, challenge and inspire educators to re-think their ways of providing a quality, nuturing program which will support how children learn during this time of a pandemic. Together we will examine the challenge to blend play-based learning inside the box of new enhanced safety measures. Participants will discover ideas to maintain a welcoming and caring environment while promoting physical distancing.

Duration 52 minutes: Click Here

Accompanying Tip Sheet - Tips for Quality Programming During a Pandemic: Click Here

 

Connections During COVID – Building Positive and Meaningful Adult-Child Relationships During Child Care Re-Openings New*

This webinar is to support educators in building positive and meaningful relationships with children during the re-opening of child care programs. We will look at strategies that can be implemented prior to the start of program, safety precautions to consider and the role of the educator. We will also look at how to build connections with the children in our care while maintaining safe distancing where possible. We will look at how play still has an important role and how to implement a safe environment, but still ensure that all children feel a sense of belonging, expression, well-being and engagement while being back in program.

Duration 45 minutes: Click Here

Accompanying Tip Sheet - COVID-19 Book List: Click Here

Reading Strategies and Print Rich Environments

This webinar will provide an overview of the reading stages, and examples of print in the early learning environment. It also includes recommendations on how to have a language rich environment, as supporting language learning directly supports reading. You will learn about simple yet effective strategies such as labelling and reading aloud that can make a big difference in helping children develop pre-reading skills.

Duration 35 minutes: Click Here

The Art of Storytelling

Storytelling creates a foundation for literacy, reinforcing vocabulary, symbolic thinking, and complex problem solving.  In this webinar, simple stories and exercises support storytelling skills to be used by adults and children as they play, learn and create together.  Rhythm and rhyme will engage multiple forms of intelligence and encourage a learning community through orality. Stories from around the world utilize body, mind and imagination to empower you to “Tell, Tell, Tell!” 

Duration: 17 minutes Click here

 

Playing and Learning In and With Nature

This webinar highlights the theory of loose parts and how these open-ended materials support learning through play. There are many types of loose parts and deciding which ones to invite children to engage with involves some careful thinking and consideration. Loose parts that are accessible to children indoors and outdoors set the stage for learning.

Duration: 23 minutes Click here

 

Planning a Successful Environment for Toddlers

The environment we set for children is the “third teacher” and influences their learning.  During this session, we will discuss how and why decisions are made to support the growth and development of toddlers.  We will talk about materials to add to spark curiosity, engage children in learning and create a space where they feel capable and competent. During this session opportunities are provided, allowing you as the educator, to self-reflect with respects to different environments. This session empowers us to critically reflect on how significant the “third teacher” is as it inspires children to thrive, investigate, imagine and learn. 

Duration: 20 minutes: Click here

 

Stratégies de Lecture et Milieux Riches en Imprimés

Ce webinaire présente un aperçu des étapes de la lecture et des milieux riches en documents imprimés et souligne l’importance de lire à haute voix dans les environnements d’apprentissage de la petite enfance.         

Durée: 20 minutes Click here

How Learning Happens in Infant and Toddler Settings

The Ontario Ministry of Education has created an important document titled How Does Learning Happen? Ontario’s Pedagogy for the Early Years. The purpose of this document is to describe quality early years programs based on research and professional practice. Learning happens when educators build positive and responsive relationships, focus on children’s development and provide environments in which children learn through exploration and play. In this webinar, we will demonstrate the four foundations of learning - and how to enhance belonging, well-being, expression and engagement in infant and toddler settings utilizing these guidelines. Join this free webinar to gain new strategies, skills, and knowledge to improve interactions with infants and toddlers within your care.
Duration 1 hour:  Click Here

How Does Learning Happen: Starting the Conversation in Peel

This webinar is an introduction to How Does Learning Happen, Ontario’s Pedagogy for the Early Years. It provides an overview of the document and briefly describes the four foundations, well-being, engagement, expression, and belonging. This will encourage reflection about learning through relationships for those who work with young children and their families.
Duration 12 minutes:  Click Here

 

Développement de la motricité fine et l'ériture provisoire

Ce webinaire présente un aperçu des étapes du dessin et de l’écriture et souligne l’importance d’incorporer dans les programmes toute une panoplie d'un matériel et d'articles de manipulation.
Durée 20 minutes:  Click Here

Rough and Tumble Play

Are you troubled by the rough and sometimes aggressive way children play and interact? Do you worry about injuries and bullying when children are fighting? Is it challenging to try and restrict physical play?  You may be surprised to learn that experts believe that educator attempts to limit big body and rough and tumble play may be jeopardizing children’s development and well-being in many ways. Children don’t just want to play rough and tumble, they NEED to play fight to learn very important skills to read social cues and self-regulate in order to become socially competent. How can educators support this important play while also assuring fairness and safety? Learn the difference between play and real fighting and the skills children need to learn to participate successfully in big body play.

Duration 52 minutes: Click Here

 

Loose Parts Galore, The Ins and Outs of These Materials in Home Care with Infants and Toddlers

This webinar highlights the theory of loose parts and how these open-ended materials support learning through play. There are many types of loose parts and deciding what ones to invite children to engage with involves some careful thinking and consideration. Loose parts that are accessible to children indoors and outdoors set the stage for learning.

Duration 59 minutes: Click Here

 

Forms

Downloadable Forms

Please note, when you click the below links they will automatically download into your browser. 

Operator Reimbursement Form July - November 2020 

Webinar Feedback Form

Professional Learning Reflection Form

Conferences

Conferences

Need help coordinating your conference? CDRCP is here!

CDRCP works with our community partners to coordinate conferences. We will take care of conference needs, such as booking the venue caterers, taking registration for the event, and collecting the registration fees (if applicable).

We will even be there the day of the event to support the success of the conference!

For more information, please contact Nadine at nadine@cdrcp.com

Resource Centre

As per the extension of closures issued by the Ontario government, CDRCP’s head office and all EarlyON locations will continue to remain closed.

The Resource Centre will also remain closed. Materials cannot be signed in or out during this time period. There will be no overdue charges for items due within the closure dates and an additional 3 weeks will be added to your due date. All membership renewals will be processed upon reopening.

If you have specific questions regarding the Resource Centre please contact resource@cdrcp.com

We appreciate your understanding and patience during this time.

Thank you.

 

Resource Centre

Welcome to The Resource Centre!

About Us.

The Resource Library provides access to resources that support various domains of learning. Resources support learning through play and offers activities that are developmentally responsive for children to foster problem solving and creativity. Resources for loan reflect How Does Learning Happen and additionally, members have access to specialized software and equipment.

The Resource Centre is available for individuals over 16 years of age.

Click here for membership information

 

 

Contact Us

The Resource Centre at Child Development Resource Connection Peel
Phone: 905-507-9360 Ext. 311
Fax: 905-890-8325
Address: #103 - 75 Watline Avenue Mississauga, ON, L4Z 3E5
Email: Resource@cdrcp.com

To Donate to the Resource Centre contact:

Nadine at 905-507-9360 ext 315 or email at nadine@cdrcp.com 

Confirmation Emails:

It is the responsiblity of the attendee to present their confirmation emails to the individual signing them in to the sessions. Electronic, printed copies, or a picture of the email are accepted forms of documentation.

 

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