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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Creating 2SLGBTQIA+ allyship in our early learning services
There is a lot to consider when striving to make our early learning spaces safe and inclusive for all.
October 14, 2024
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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
How our core values build inclusive practices | Pat Furman
The joy of providing an inclusive care environment far outweighs the challenges.
July 24, 2024
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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Kinship and reconciliation in early childhood | Michael Redhead Champagne
Kinship and reconciliation in early childhood | Michael Redhead Champagne
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ECE succession planning in 5 steps | Marni Flaherty
Marni Flaherty shares her personal story of successfully resigning from her long-held position as CEO of Today’s Family.
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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Time, Equity, and "Noticing and Naming" | Professor Jane Bertrand
Not having enough time is the biggest problem Professor Jane Bertrand keeps hearing from early childhood leaders. They are struggling to
February 14, 2024
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Theory to practice at multi-site early learning organizations | Michele Lupa
Michele Lupa outlines the three theories that are foundational to Mothercraft: Attachment Theory, Developmental Theory & Relational Theory.
December 4, 2023
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Attracting the emerging ECE workforce | Patricia Chorney Rubin
Learn what the emerging workforce of qualified educators are looking for in their careers and from their employers.
November 22, 2023
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Multi-site Organisation
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The workforce challenge facing early learning providers | Patricia Chorney Rubin, Jane Bertrand, Michele Lupa
In this Mat time episode we hear from three influential thought-leaders to hear their thoughts on ECE's workforce challenge...
November 1, 2023
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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Implementing a comprehensive Diversity, Equity and Inclusion plan across multi-sites | Glory Ressler
Director of Strategy, Policy and Quality Assurance at Canadian Mothercraft Society shares seven key learnings.
July 18, 2023
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Educator Professional Development
5 key strategies to retain quality educators | Susan Menchinton
Learn how to create thriving workplace environments that retain and attract quality educators
June 9, 2023
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Multi-site Organisation
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Educator Professional Development
Land as First Teacher
Join us as we hear from Hopi about "Land as our First Teacher".
May 30, 2023
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Educator Professional Development
The power of friendships in early childhood | Jane Bertrand
Early childhood educators sometimes overlook the power of friendships. Hear Jane Bertrand from the University of Toronto discuss socio-em...
May 21, 2023
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Educator Professional Development
How does learning happen? | Cindy Green & Diane Kashin
'How Does Learning Happen' is Ontario, Canada's pedagogy for the early years. Diane Kashin of Technology Rich Inquiry Based Research has ...
May 21, 2023
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Educator
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Educator Professional Development
Shyness in Early Childhood | Dr. Robert Coplan
Developmental psychologist Dr Robert Coplan from Carleton University in Ottawa, discusses shyness in early childhood. What is shyness, an...
May 21, 2023
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Educator
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Educator Professional Development
3 key ingredients for supporting children's outdoor play | Dr Mariana Brussoni
Why are we seeing a decreasing trend in children's outdoor play? And what can we do about it? This Mat Time episode offers 3 important in...
April 4, 2022
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Imagine a classroom without walls | Dr Anne Meade
Forest schools are gaining huge popularity all around the world. What can the equivalent look like in New Zealand? We joined Dr Anne Mead...
July 30, 2019
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Educator Professional Development
Forest schools and risky play | Marlene Power
Forest schools are becoming more and more prominent, benefiting children in a number of ways. Ottawa Forest and Nature School are leadi...
May 19, 2019
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Educator Professional Development
We need to connect with families | Dr Charles Pascal
Charles shares a difficult story that highlights the absolutely essential role of families, and the importance of strong relationships be...
November 29, 2017
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Educator
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Educator Professional Development
The role of early childhood in revolutionizing the future of education | Dr Charles Pascal
Charles Pascal discusses his amazing vision for a seamless institute of learning from 0-18 years old.
November 27, 2017
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Educator