The World of Child Care

News & Articles

The world of child care and early childhood education is always changing, especially here in BC. We regularly gather articles, opinions and information to share. We hope you’ll find it interesting and valuable, whether you’re a parent, guardian, service provider or student. We encourage you to join the conversation with your own observations, news and questions.

Early Care and Learning Recruitment and Retention Strategy Evaluation Report

In 2018, British Columbia launched the Early Care and Learning Recruitment and Retention Strategy (ECL R&R Strategy) which is part of a larger ten‐year ChildCareBC plan, to increase the quality, affordability, and availability of child care spaces in British Columbia. On January 11 2023, an Evaluation Report was launched, which outlines the progress so far, how progress is being measured and what still needs to be achieved. This report also captures the thoughts of Early Childhood Educators through sharing quotes and responses to surveys.

Friday Spotlight Episode 14: Rosa Ng & Nora Mejia

Join us for a short seasonal special episode of our Friday Spotlight Podcast, with Rosa and Nora from the WCCRC Professional Development team!

Hear about our journey in 2022, the impact of your incredible feedback and some exciting online workshop news for 2023!

BC's Path to Universal Child Care Podcast Season 2, Episode 4: Gyda Chud

Welcome to Episode 4 in Season 2 of our BC's Path to Universal Child Care Podcast. Today we turn the tables on our Interviewer Extraordinaire Gyda Chud, and ask her about her experiences and learning from her many years in the Child Care Sector.

Gyda discusses the importance of sharing stories in retaining and embedding learning, for both children and adults.

Giving Tuesday: Help us strengthen communities and transform lives

This Giving Tuesday, WCCRC is proud to be participating in a global day of giving!

The WELL is free for all borrowers! This includes our valued educators, families, students, care providers and all who are interested in quality early learning and care.

Please consider making a donation to our Westcoast Child Care Resource Centre Early Learning Library (WELL) campaign. Every contribution helps and we are so grateful for your support.

BC's Path to Universal Child Care Podcast Season 2, Episode 3: Adrienne Montani

Welcome back to Season 2! We are so grateful for your support and interest in this Podcast, as we follow BC's Path to Universal Child Care, along with a series of special guests from the child care community.

In Episode 3, Gyda, Nora and Crystal chat with Adrienne Montani - social justice activist, child and youth advocate, past Vancouver School Board chair and Executive Director of First Call Child and Youth Advocacy Society.

BC's Path to Universal Child Care Podcast Season 2, Episode 2

Finding Connection and Meaning through Communities of Practice

In this episode we explore how we find and sustain professional connections and meaning through communities of practice. We talk with Jacqueline Ewonus, Jen Vanderberg, Lisa Nicholson and Nicky Byres who are working as community of practice mentors with the ECE Professional Development Bursary Program. They share their powerful stories about participating in and leading communities of practice and the transformation that happens. Follow up with Jacqueline, Jen, Lisa and Nicky through Instagram or Twitter @bc_communities_of_practice. Find out how to get funding for a community of practice at eceprodbursary.org

BCs Path to Universal Child Care Podcast, Season 2 Episode 1

In this episode, we explore how we find and sustain professional connections and meaning through communities of practice. We talk with Jacqueline Ewonus, Jen Vanderberg, Lisa Nicholson and Nicky Byres who are working as community of practice mentors with the ECE Professional Development Bursary Program. They share their powerful stories about participating in and leading communities of practice and the transformation that happens. Follow up with Jacqueline, Jen, Lisa, and Nicky through Instagram or Twitter @bc_communities_of_practice. Find out how to get funding for a community of practice at eceprodbursary.org