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Online Workshops

Upcoming Events

  • Emotional Intelligence and Self-Regulation
    Emotional Intelligence and Self-Regulation
    Sat, 26 Oct
    Zoom
    Emotional Intelligence and Self-Regulation
    26 Oct 2024, 14:00 – 15:30 GMT-6
    Zoom
    Come and explore the many benefits to work, relationships, and life satisfaction that self-regulation provides.
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  • Balancing Roles and Time
    Balancing Roles and Time
    Sat, 09 Nov
    Zoom
    Balancing Roles and Time
    09 Nov 2024, 14:00 – 15:30 GMT-7
    Zoom
    Together we will examine the unique workload and needs of day home educators and consultants, and share proven techniques to balance your roles and time.
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  • Winter Activities for the Festive Season
    Winter Activities for the Festive Season
    Mon, 02 Dec
    Zoom
    Winter Activities for the Festive Season
    02 Dec 2024, 18:30 – 20:00 GMT-7
    Zoom
    December is a month for celebration, and planning an activity Advent calendar, or simple count down to winter break, it what this is all about!
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  • Goal Setting for Day Home Educators and Professionals
    Goal Setting for Day Home Educators and Professionals
    Sat, 18 Jan
    Zoom
    Goal Setting for Day Home Educators and Professionals
    18 Jan 2025, 14:00 – 15:30 GMT-7
    Zoom
    This session outlines the process of making a plan for success, using SMART goals to guide the way. Professional and personal goals are included, along with a check-in cycle to stay on track!
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  • Powerful Policies
    Powerful Policies
    Sat, 15 Feb
    Zoom
    Powerful Policies
    15 Feb 2025, 14:00 – 15:30 GMT-7
    Zoom
    Exploring what policies will support your day home, and how those can be realistically implemented with boundaries, holds the power and keys to success. Paid vacation and days off will be discussed!
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  • Emergent Curriculum and Process-Based Play
    Emergent Curriculum and Process-Based Play
    Sat, 22 Mar
    Zoom
    Emergent Curriculum and Process-Based Play
    22 Mar 2025, 14:00 – 15:30 GMT-6
    Zoom
    Join our rich discussion on emergent curriculum and open-ended play, with lots of examples for supporting and documentation children's experiences.
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  • Communicating with Parents
    Communicating with Parents
    Sat, 26 Apr
    Zoom
    Communicating with Parents
    26 Apr 2025, 14:00 – 15:30 GMT-6
    Zoom
    Talking with parents can be tricky, so clear communication is a must. Discover tips and tricks for success, as well as pitfalls to avoid, in this informative session.
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We are pleased to offer a series of 90-minute online sessions targeted to the unique needs of family childcare and day home professionals, including educators and consultants.  Whether you work with an agency or on your own, this is for you! Sign up to claim your seat for a fun, engaging session. All workshops are pre-approved in Alberta for PD funding.

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Please note: The workshop Zoom link and handouts will be emailed to you 2 days before the workshop from info@canadianfamilychildcarefoundation.ca. Please check your inbox for the link ahead of time, and make sure this email is saved in your contact list!

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Workshop Details 

  • Sessions are 90 minutes long

  • Workshops take place virtually on Zoom

  • The cost per session is $25 + GST - receive two free workshops with CFCF membership!

  • All sessions end with an open-ended discussion time to connect, network, and share ideas


Presenter: Laura Woodman has been offering interactive workshops to early childhood educators for over a decade. After running her accredited, award-winning day home for 10 years, Laura received her Master’s degree in Human Ecology, Family Science in 2022, and is now a 3rd year PhD student at the University of Alberta. She currently researches and supports family day homes and family childcare programs across Canada. Laura finds co-creating knowledge to increase family day home abilities to be one of the most rewarding aspects of her career.

Refund Policy

  • All sales are final

  • If extenuating circumstances prevent you attending, please let us know 24 hours before the session begins to transfer your registration to a different session

  • Transferring registration with notice given less than 24 hours prior to the session start time will be up to CFCF discretion 

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