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Aug 10, 2026
ECEBC is delighted to share Episode Three of our new podcast. This episode features Gyda Chud, a long time Early Childhood Educator, and is all about stories and how they shape us, our relationships, and our practice. We hope you enjoy it!
Jul 30, 2026
View the letter sent by ECEBC to Minister Hajdu regarding the continued advancement of the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) system.
Jul 30, 2026
View the letter sent by ECEBC to Minister Beare regarding feedback from early childhood educators and the early childhood sector following the May 20th town hall.
Jul 16, 2026
View ECEBC’s response to the Minister of Education and Child Care, Honourable Minister Beare, regarding her recent correspondence to ECEBCs call for a Fully Qualified Early Childhood Educator Sector. The response acknowledges that our sector faces complex issues with significant implications for young children, early childhood educators, and families. ECEBC continues to offer recommendations, in the context of BC, towards long-term sector growth.
View Correspondence from Minister Beare (PDF).
View ECEBC Calls for a Fully Qualified Early Childhood Educator Sector (PDF).
Jul 15, 2026
Are you a member of ECEBC who aligns with ECEBC‘s mission and is committed to be part of the collective voice for the profession in BC? Do you share ECEBCs and the Board’s dedication to a vision in leading the co-creation of a future that values early childhood education, and advancing the profession? Apply today!
Jul 11, 2026
A new publication from the National Early Learning and Child Care Workforce Policy Table outlines a bold vision for the future of Canada's ELCC workforce. The paper calls for increased educator qualifications alongside the investments needed to support educators every step of the way. It presents a roadmap for strengthening the profession through clear career pathways, improved working conditions, and a long-term commitment to building a highly qualified workforce that benefits educators, children, and families. The workforce policy development committee consists of a broad range of experience comprising many CCCF affiliate members from across the country, including ECEBC.
Jul 9, 2026
ECEBC expresses our deep concern about the government’s recent decision to discontinue funding for the Early Childhood Pedagogist Program and recommends the next foundational step: embedding pedagogical leadership within British Columbia’s child care system, building on the significant investments and progress achieved to date. This position is informed by the positive impacts of the program shared by Early Childhood Educators and operators across British Columbia.
Jul 3, 2026
The Province of B.C. has secured a multi-billion-dollar agreement with the Federal Government that funds transportation, clean energy, commits to strengthening child care, workforce training, and protecting B.C.’s north coast tanker ban.
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