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The Gift of Language
The Gift of Language is a good resource to share with families about why speaking home language with children is important, the benefits of speaking using home language, and ideas for language sharing at home.Filling in the Learning Gaps: Professional Development Support for Programs During the TESL Conference
In the past, the end of October signaled the LINC child care conference. Unfortunately, it was cancelled this year. However, some programs will be closing on October 25th and 26th, as their adult ESL instructors attend the TESL conference. While there is no substitute for the level of learning that was offered at the LINC conference, CMAS wants to help fill this gap and support CNC staff whose programs are closed with some PD options.ENCYCLOPEDIA ON EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT
Available in French, English, Spanish and Portugese, this free online encyclopedia covers 47 topics related to the psychosocial development of the child, from conception to the age of five, and presents the most up-to-date scientific knowledge.No conference this year
Each year, the conference was a wonderful opportunity for caregivers to fully immerse themselves in caring for newcomer children through networking and professional development. Unfortunately, this year the LINC Childminding Conference is not being offered. With the TESL Conference coming up, some of you may still have a need for CNC Staff professional development ideas and support. For resources that can help you set up a training for your CNC Staff, visit the Learning Centre on the CMAS website for online workshops, training videos and links. Watch for additional ideas and supports to help you plan for PD early in October.Manitoba Child Care Association (MCCA)
The MCCA advocates for quality child care and advancement of early childhood education as a profession. Check out their Fall Workshop Brochure and explore the wide range of resources and curriculum kits available at the MCCA Resource Library.Growing Up in a New Land – A Guide for Newcomer Parents
The Best Start Resource Centre has announced the publication of a new booklet for parents of children 0-6 titled Growing Up in a New Land - A Guide for Newcomer Parents. This booklet contains information on: support for parents, parenting in Canada, keeping your child healthy and safe, taking care of yourself as parents and additional services for newcomer parents. Paper copies of the booklet can also be ordered at $1.25 each.Alberta Resource Centre for Quality Enhancement
Creatively inspiring Early Learning and Care professionals to build leadership and capacity, ARCQE is unique in designing support and resources specific to the needs of the Alberta child care community.Free Webinar: Managing Allergies this School Season
It’s important for children with Anaphylaxis, and those who care for them, to be aware of how to safely manage allergies. Food Allergy Canada has developed the following resources to help families, teachers and caregivers with back-to-school preparations:- Online webinar: Back to School - How to Manage Allergies this School Season
- Parent checklist- key reminders for parents and students
Helping You Meet the Requirements: Supporting Parents
When parents come to you for information and assistance, the support you provide helps families adapt to life here in Canada. This special feature will help you meet new requirements that specifically require all CNC programs to provide information on the topics of immunization, allergies/nutrition, settlement and community resources.CNC Logo Available for Public Use
The CNC logo is now available for use exclusively by CIC-funded CNC programs. To request the CNC logo, email a request to officeadmin@newcomerfamilies.ca. Please include your name, organization and contact information. The CNC logo can only be used on CNC Program items. CNC logo use does not in any way represent CMAS authorization of a document and it's content.