ECEBC has moved.
Our new address is:
309-515 West Pender Street, Vancouver, BC V6B 1V5
Phone, fax and email addresses will stay the same.
December 4, 2018
BC Childcare Sector Labour Market Partnership: Phase 1
Download the Final Engagement Report HERE
Download ECEBC's press release HERE
Media Release November 9, 2018
Universal Child Care Prototype Sites Announcement
Download the Ministry of Children and Family Development release HERE
Download ECEBC's press release HERE
Media Release September 5, 2018
Investment in Early Childhood Educators: Important to a quality child care system.
“It is a great day when we see the important work of early childhood educators brought to the forefront. Through the provision of significant funding for educator training, and addressing the wages in our sector, we are on our way to building a strong, healthy professional workforce, one that is highly skilled and fairly paid. Our children deserve the very best and our early childhood educators do as well.”
Charlene Gray, Chairperson ECEBC
Download the Media Release HERE
Investing in our Early Childhood Educators Early Care and Learning Recruitment and Retention Strategy
Position Paper: Clarifying the scope of the work of ECEBC
ECEBC will strive to articulate positions that can sometimes be controversial however these positions will always be consistent with the organization’s mission and vision.
Since 1969 ECEBC has worked to advance the quality and professionalism of early care and learning. As part of our ethical responsibility to the profession, we strategically commit our time and resources to educating the sector and community by, investigating, and promoting the development of strong public policies and best practices that are based in research and evidence.
Dear ECEBC Members,
Many activities and announcements have been made since Government has started to implement Childcare BC. Since this time ECEBC has been informing government of the immense feedback you have been sending us. As well, we have also been actively addressing other concerns, questions and ideas that have come forward.
ECEBC has prepared a briefing note addressing the concerns we have found in response to the BC Child Care Owners Association, Six steps to immediately resolve the concerns inherent in the BC NDP 2018/2019 child care plan.
If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to contact me at executive.director@ecebc.ca.
Best,
Emily
Why We Urge Child Care Providers to Opt In to the New Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative:
A Joint Statement by the Coalition of Child Care Advocates of BC and Early Childhood Educators of BC March 8, 2018. Download the statement HERE.
The Winter/ Spring Bursary Program is now open for applications.
ECEBC is still accepting applications for the Fall Bursary Program. The last day to apply is December 31, 2018. Please be sure to submit your final transcripts to ECEBC by January 31, 2019.
ECEBC is proud to offer two bursary programs for BC ECE students and professionals.
The Early Childhood Educators of BC (ECEBC), in partnership with the Province of British Columbia, has enhanced and expanded the ECE Bursary Program, now known as the ECE Education Support Fund. This new program contains two funding programs:
- The Early Childhood Education (ECE) Student Bursary Program; and
- The new ECE Workforce Development Bursary Fund Program
These programs are designed to increase the number of students entering, re-establishing and graduating from recognized ECE post-secondary programs. For a list of post-secondary education ECE programs recognized by the Early Childhood Educator (ECE) Registry, please click HERE
The ECE Education Support Fund is open to all students who are studying for an ECE credential, including
- ECE Basic certificate
- ECE Post - Basic certificates (Infant & Toddler and/or Special Needs)
- ECE Diploma
- ECE Bachelor
**NOTE: Please read the ECE Bursary Policy for information on the program, deadlines and required supporting documentation.
If you have questions on the forms or programs please contact Christa Copeland, Bursary Manager at ccopeland@ecebc.ca or 604-709-6077.
This program is open to all ECE students enrolled at an accredited ECE post-secondary institution. Students are eligible to receive up to $4,000 in funding per school semester. Click HERE to be directed to the ECE Student Bursary Application.
The ECE Workforce Development Bursary Fund supports ECEs, ECE Assistants and Responsible Adults (as defined in the Child Care Licensing Regulation) currently working directly with children in a licensed child care setting to upgrade or complete ECE credentials. Professional Development funding is to support Early Childhood Educators who are experiencing barriers to maintain the required professional development hours to ensure their BC ECE credentials. Click HERE to see relevant courses for reference. Max funding up to $200 per application. Up to $5,000 per semester is available for, but not limited to, tuition, books, tutoring, travel and occasional child care costs.
Click HERE to download the ECE Workforce Development Bursary Application
Click HERE to download the ECE Workforce Development Bursary Application for Owner/Operators
ECEBC will notify individuals who have submitted applications if there are any changes.
bursary@ecebc.ca
Please read the ECE Education Support Fund Application Guide for complete details on eligibility under the two bursary programs.
Can I apply to receive both the ECE Student Bursary and the Workforce Development Fund Bursary?
No, you can not apply for both bursaries at the same time, however you may toggle between the two to best suit your needs.
The Workforce Development Bursary Fund targets ECE Assistants, ECE Professionals, Responsible Adults and Registered License Not Required (RLNR) providers currently working directly with children who wish to advance their ECE education.
The ECE Student Bursary is open to all ECE students attending a recognized ECE post-secondary institution.
I am a Strong Start ECE employee, do I qualify under the ECE Workforce Development Bursary Fund?
No, the Workforce Development Bursary Fund is targeted towards professionals employed in a licensed child care centre or RLNR, under the Ministry of Children & Family Development’s childcare strategy.
However, as an ECE student living in BC, you may apply under the ECE Student Bursary program. ECE Student Bursaries are available to both full-time and part-time students in recognized ECE programs who demonstrate financial need.
I own a licensed child care/RLNR program; do I qualify for funding under the ECE Workforce Development Bursary Fund?
If your facility is licensed under the Child Care Licensing Regulations and you are an ECE,ECE Assistant, or Responsible Adult you may apply for support under the Workforce Development Bursary Fund. Complete the form, being sure to acknowledge that you are the proprietor of the facility and submit to ECEBC for review.
If you operate a RLNR setting, you are eligible under the Workforce Development Bursary Fund, but do not qualify for lost wage support due to practicums. See the ECE Education Support Application Guide for more information. To be redirected click HERE.
Owner/operators and LNRs that are not Registered are also eligible under the ECE Student Bursary program.
What professional developments will the ECE Workforce Development Bursary Fund support?
Professional Development funding is to support Early Childhood Educators who are experiencing barriers to maintain the required professional development hours to ensure their BC ECE credentials.
Click HERE to see relevant courses for reference. Max funding up to $200 per semester.
What documents do I need to submit with the application?
ECEBC requires a copy of your class schedule to verify active enrollment in an ECE program and to determine the amount of funds you qualify for. We also require a copy of your final transcript showing the same classes and final grade.
The programs are only open to residents of BC, therefore ECEBC requires a proof of BC residency. To learn more about this, please read the ECE Education Support Fund Application Guide.
When can I apply for bursaries?
ECEBC understands the fluidity of life, study, balance and is addressing by creating an open application process. To assist you in understanding the timelines that ECEBC uses, please refer to the table below:
Bursary Timetable:
Semester |
Period |
Includes |
Last Day for Registration |
Transcripts Due |
Winter |
January – April |
Classes that start and finish within this period will fall under the Winter semester |
April 30 |
May 31 |
Classes that start within this period, but finish in May - August will fall under the Summer semester |
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Summer |
May – August |
Classes that start and finish within this period will fall under the Summer semester |
August 31 |
September 30 |
Classes that start within this period, but finish in September - December will fall under the Fall semester |
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Fall |
September – December |
Classes that start and finish within this period will fall under the Fall semester |
December 31 |
January 31 |
Classes that start within this period, but finish in January - April will fall under the Winter semester |
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Bursaries will not be paid out on an annual basis, students who have registered and paid for their tuition annually may submit applications for bursaries following the Bursary Timetable. Students who register and pay by semester should submit 1 application for the whole semester. Some students may elect to register, pay and complete studies on a course by course basis. Students may apply for a bursary at each time of registration.
Registration for each of the three periods is open until the last day of the final month.
Why is ECEBC asking for more personal information than before?
ECEBC will be paying bursaries directly to students, instead of through the schools, requiring the collection of more information.
- SIN numbers and date of birth are required to issue T4A’s as required by the Canadian Revenue Agency (CRA)
- Banking information for direct deposit
ECEBC is under agreement with the Ministry of Children and Family Development to operate the program, holding all personal information pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. In addition, all ECEBC staff have completed successful criminal record checks.
Do I have to pay for the courses before I can apply for the bursary?
Yes, it is general practice to pay for the courses upon registration, ECEBC will not be processing bursaries without proof of active registration.
How will I know when the bursary funds have been deposited into my account?
You will be sent a letter to your email address notifying you of payment, please allow up to two business days for the funds to transfer.
