The Atkinson Centre is a research centre committed to inform public discourse, public policy & professional learning of ECEs & elementary school teachers.
New publication: Why Are Subsidies Underutilized (in Toronto)? This paper explores why many low-income families eligible for #childcare fee subsidies are not accessing them & what this may mean for equity, access, & affordability. https://t.co/6mddHIFGWF
#EarlyLearning#CWELCC
It’s almost here — this Friday we host the 22nd Annual Summer Institute on Early Childhood Development!
We’re excited for a full day of learning and connection. Session recordings and presentation materials will be posted later on our website.
Details: https://t.co/bw8TNWAK90
Have you registered yet?
Join us on May 1, 2026, for a full day of learning, dialogue, and connection focused on the power of the #ECE#workforce to drive meaningful systems change.
Space is limited, register today!
https://t.co/ENS0YUeL9j
#SI2026#Workforce#ELCC
Canada’s $10 childcare plan is making care more affordable… but not more accessible.
The fix? More spaces, better pay for educators, and flexible supports for families outside the system.
Read more: https://t.co/Sc8V1HcxG9
#SI2026 PANEL TWO
How can educators lead #inclusion from the classroom to the community? This panel highlights pedagogy that honours children’s identities, supports diverse learning needs, and strengthens partnerships with families and communities.
https://t.co/bw8TNWAK90
ECEs, please take a moment to complete this important survey from Andrew Fleck Children's Services and Algonquin College - and please share with your networks!
Equitable Start: Self-Care and Trauma Informed Care Survey
Deadline: March 23, 2026
https://t.co/1wLJ1RDATj
#SI2026 PANEL ONE: Addressing Bias in Early Childhood Systems
How can educators identify and address bias in practice and systems? This panel explores inequities in policy, funding, & everyday practice—and how educators can advance more equitable systems. https://t.co/bw8TNWAK90
What makes child care “high quality”? It’s more than ratios and space. This article explores what truly matters for children’s development — and how parents can assess it. A helpful read for families and policy leaders alike. https://t.co/j0IcGxsnv6
Registration is now open!
Join us on May 1, 2026, for a full day of learning, dialogue, and connection focused on the power of the early childhood education workforce to drive meaningful systems change.
https://t.co/eIhTkdDH0G
#SI2026#Workforce#ELCC
Pleased to announce that I've joined the @AtkinsonCentre's ECE Workforce Knowledge Hub.
The Hub is a national effort to strengthen early learning and child care system building through workforce-focused policy knowledge.
https://t.co/Jb5G9CcUx0
Janelle Brady joins us May 1 at #SI2026 as our afternoon Keynote: Reimagining Early Childhood Education Through Social Justice — When educators centre identity and care, inclusion becomes possible.
REG OPENS FEB 17 https://t.co/bw8TNWAK90
Rita Mueller joins us May 1 at the 22nd Annual #SI2026 as our morning Keynote: When Educators Lead, Systems Change — a powerful reflection on educator leadership and system transformation.
REGISTRATION OPENS FEB 17, 2026
https://t.co/bw8TNWAK90