Check out the following resources from the Ministry of Labour Ontario provides paid COVID-19 sick leave Ontario has passed the COVID-19 Putting Workers First Act. The legislation fills some gaps in the Canada Recovery Sickness Benefit program, ensuring employees have access…
Latest News (page 6)
Learning Community for Educators – June Dates
What’s on your mind? Environment, Interactions, Health and Safety and more. As we continue to navigate through the pandemic with ongoing changes and challenges, join a growing virtual network of Educators from across Halton. Come ready to share your experiences,…
Inclusion
Inclusion Book Club Series Shelley Moore is a Canadian inclusive educator and consultant, who uses storytelling to inspire and engage others. “One Without The Other: Stories of Unity Through Diversity and Inclusion” explores the changing landscape of inclusive education through…
Vaccine Awareness for the Early Year’s Sector in Halton
Dr. Oda is currently leading the COVID-19 vaccine program in Halton and joined the Halton team in 2017 from Edmonton where she worked as Medical Officer of Health for Alberta Health Services. She received her Medical Degree from the University…
How Does Learning Happen – 4 Part Series
Join us for this 4-part series where we will explore How Does Learning Happen? and how the pedagogy is lived out in your programs. This is an opportunity to be curious and reflect alongside each other. Come ready to share your thoughts…
THRC Information and Inspiration Sheets
THRC’s Information and Inspiration Sheets provide Educators with concrete ideas and relevant information to support early learning and child care environments. Click here to view the Sensory Play Click here to view Physical Distancing Visit our website for more inspiration…
Black Professional ECE Association
Join Dr. Evelyn Kissi and Dr. Anita Ewan as they introduce a new association to the community of early childhood education. This association was created to support Black ECEs, and other professionals in early childhood education, who feel they are…
2 Day & 2 Dates – Mental Health First Aid Sessions
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is the support provided to a person who may be experiencing a decline in their mental well-being or a mental health crisis. Information below to register. Mental Health First Aid Standard Virtual consists of one 2-hour…
Health & Safety Guidance – New paid sick days legislation
New paid sick days legislation The Ontario government has announced the Ontario COVID-19 Worker Income Protection Benefit. This benefit is available retroactively from April 19, 2021 till September 25, 2021, once legislation passes. The intent of this program is to cover workers…
Upcoming Professional Learning & Updates
Learning Community for Educators May Dates Available What’s on your mind? Environment, Interactions, Health and Safety and more. As we continue to navigate through the pandemic with ongoing changes and challenges, join a growing virtual network of Educators from across…
School Age – New activities for the month of April
Hope you enjoyed the School Age activities for the month of April. Please complete the survey at the bottom to provide us with feedback. Line Math Best ages: Grades K – 5 Players: 6 Where to play: Outdoors Click here…
TODAY AT NOON – Join a wonderful Storyteller and Writer David Bouchard.
TODAY AT 12:00PM Join a wonderful Storyteller and Writer David Bouchard. Reading is Better with Rhythm and Rhyme. Brought to you by HCDSB, the Catholic Parent Involvement Committee and Grandmother’s Voice. Storytelling is healing our Spirits “Awakening the Medicines Within” Tuesday,…
New May Dates – Learning Community for Educators
Learning Community for Infant Educators: Wednesday May 5, 2021 from 12:30PM – 1:30PM Wednesday May 19, 2021 from 7:00PM – 8:00PMÂ Learning Community for Toddler Educators: Thursday May 13, 2021 from 12:30PM – 1:30PM Thursday May 27, 2021 from 7:00PM…
Federal Child Care Announcement
Finance Minister announced the Federal government will invest $30 billion dollars in Child Care. Chrystia Freeland announced the Federal government will invest $30 billion dollars over five years on early learning and child care services in this year’s federal budget.…
New School Age Activity – Guess Who?
Look for a new activity for your School Age program each week during the month of April. Human Guess Who? To be the first to guess the person picked using yes or no questions. Click here to watch the video…
Vaccine Roll Out for Child Care Workers
Halton Region announced that as of Friday April 16, 2021, essential frontline workers who cannot work from home will be able to book appointments to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Eligibility Requirements: · Eligible staff aged 18 years and older, who interact directly…
School Age – New activities for the month of April – Tic Tac Toe Relay
Tic Tac Toe Relay All you need are some painter’s tape, 6 bean bags/cloths (2 colours, 3 of each colour). Click here to watch the video Reflective Questions How could you extend this activity? How can you adapt this activity…
The Resource Library remains open for curb side pick up during the stay at home orders!
Thursdays 9AM – 8PMÂ Â Please contact the Resource Library team to support you in choosing your resources and set up a curbside pickup. Visit our website to see what’s available for borrowing Phone: 905 – 875 – 4600 x 101…
Look for a new activity for your School Age program each week during the month of April.
Stick Maze All you need are sticks, paper and pen to create a maze challenge outdoors! Click here to learn more! Reflective Questions How could you extend this activity? How can you adapt this activity for all ages and abilities?…
INTRODUCING A NEW ART MEDIUM: CLAY
Introducing a New Art Medium: Clay This year Winter Recharge offered a clay workshop. Do you want to learn more about using clay in your program? The Artists and Children Together (ACT) program have shared information and are hosting a…
Emotion Coaching for Educators
Join THRC in partnership with ROCK Emotion Coaching for Educators Thursday April 8, 2021 10:30AM – 12:00PM Children learn how to regulate their emotions in relationship with a parent/caregiver. This workshop will provide an understanding of a child’s emotional development…
NEW April Dates: Learning Community for Educators
Infant: Wednesday April 7, 2021 from 12:30PM – 1:30PM Thursday April 22, 2021 from 7:00PM – 8:00PMÂ Toddler: Wednesday March 31, 2021 from 12:00PM – 1:00PM Wednesday April 14, 2021 from 7:00PM – 8:00PM Preschool: Thursday April 1, 2021 from…
Halton Public Health Webinar
Join us as Halton Public Health provides information and updates on enhanced health and safety requirements. Questions can be submitted in advance to help guide the discussion with Dr. Deepika Lobo, Associate Medical Officer of Health and Catherine Wills, Manager,…
Stress and the Impact on Children’s Mental Health Session
Stress has an impact on our mental health- even young children. In preschoolers, separation from parents/caregivers, academic and social pressures can create stress. Young children have many stressors that they have to overcome daily that can impact their emotional and social well-being.  ROCK presents this workshop…
The Resource Library is extending curbside hours!
Tuesday 9AM – 5PM Wednesday 9AM – 5PM Thursday 12PM – 8PM Saturday curbside hours will begin on Saturday, March 20. Please contact the Resource Library team to support you in choosing your resources and set up a curbside pickup.…