top of page
High_resolution_wallpaper_background_ID_77701304296.jpg

Conference & Workshops

Upcoming Events

  • Uncover Problem Solving Through Outdoor Play - with Let's Talk Science!
    Uncover Problem Solving Through Outdoor Play - with Let's Talk Science!
    Uncover Problem Solving Through Outdoor Play - with Let's Talk Science!
    Fri 12 Dec
    Zoom
    Invite your youngest learners to join you as inventors and problem-solvers and jump into the world of computational thinking while playing outside and interacting with the world around them!
  • ABC’s of Child Guidance: Part 1
    ABC’s of Child Guidance: Part 1
    ABC’s of Child Guidance: Part 1
    Sat 17 Jan
    Zoom
    Working with children is often delightful, but managing challenging behaviours can be difficult. In the first part of this session, we will start by reviewing the factors contributing to behaviours that are concerning and problematic.
  • ABC’s of Child Guidance: Part 2
    ABC’s of Child Guidance: Part 2
    ABC’s of Child Guidance: Part 2
    Sat 28 Feb
    Zoom
    In the second part of the session, we will discuss what guiding behaviour can look like using a strengths-based approach. Managing elements like room set-up, schedule, and how we approach children can stop many challenging behaviours before they even begin!
  • The Power of Play in Mixed Age Groups
    The Power of Play in Mixed Age Groups
    The Power of Play in Mixed Age Groups
    Sat 28 Mar
    Zoom
    Come and explore how each age can engage in play and learning as a group, and leave with the knowledge and language to explain these unique benefits to families.
  • Gardening with Children
    Gardening with Children
    Gardening with Children
    Sat 25 Apr
    Zoom
    Let's discover how growing plants with children, in any size plot or container, nurtures our minds, bodies, and development in the day home setting.
  • Creating and Sustaining Communities of Practice
    Creating and Sustaining Communities of Practice
    Creating and Sustaining Communities of Practice
    Fri 22 May
    Zoom
    Communities of practice are a highly recommended way of learning together as a group. Come hear the results of a research study conducted at the University of Alberta, and discover how you can create your own community of practice for ELCC educators!

2025-2026 workshops are ready for registration!

 

We are pleased to offer a series of 60 and 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. 60-minute sessions are free, and all 90-minute sessions are approved for Professional Development Funding for 1.5 hours of Release time and $25 Professional Development funding in Alberta.

​

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!

Workshop 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 

bottom of page