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SUMMARY:The Third Teacher: Creating Responsive Environments to Support Children’s Behaviours
DESCRIPTION:The Third Teacher: Creating Responsive Environments to Support Children’s Behaviours \nChildren experience big feelings and have big actions to communicate these feelings with the people around them. It’s important that early childhood educators create an environment that is safe\, physically\, mentally\, and emotionally\, for children to learn about these emotions and discover ways to express these emotions.  This is where the third teacher – our early learning environments- can help! By knowing what works for each child\, we can create spaces and routines that help them feel safe to explore and express these emotions without negative outcomes. We all understand that this is a learning process for children\, so why don’t we engage in proactive strategies that support them on their learning journey? In this workshop\, we will look at the four key components of creating responsive environments: routines\, transitions\, play spaces and engagement. Since one strategy doesn’t work for each child\, every time\, we will brainstorm a variety of strategies and approaches you can add to your behavioural support toolkit! Let’s look to our environments for help! \nWorkshop Goals \nBy the end of this workshop\, participants will: \n\nIdentify the important role environments have on children’s behaviours\nIdentify strategies to support four key components of responsive environments: Routines ~ Transitions ~ Play Spaces ~ Engagement\nReflect on current practices and create action steps to move forward with creating responsive environments.\n\nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nRegistration closes 24 hours in advance!\nCertificate of participation will be available to registered participants.\nAll registered participants will have 30 days access to the webinar recording.\nThis workshop will be held online through the Zoom platform.\nYou will need access to a smartphone\, laptop\, tablet or computer with audio capabilities to join us.\nA link will be emailed to you 24 hours prior to the workshop. Please click the link 10 minutes before the workshop begins to join in.\nAll tickets are non-refundable. Transfers may be requested with a minimum of 24 hours’ notice.\nE-transfers to be sent to tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca\n\nZoom link is included in your ticket email. Reminder emails will be sent out 24-48 hours prior to event.
URL:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/the-third-teacher-creating-responsive-environments-to-support-childrens-behaviours-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Workshop,Online Community Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inspired Minds ECC":MAILTO:tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca
LOCATION:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/the-third-teacher-creating-responsive-environments-to-support-childrens-behaviours-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260414T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260414T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074748
CREATED:20251212T194212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T021511Z
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SUMMARY:NEW! ECE Play Café - The Professional Voice: Advocacy\, Language & Identity in Early Childhood
DESCRIPTION:☕Introducing the ECE Play Café – The Professional Voice: Advocacy\, Language & Identity in Early Childhood \nTake a 30-minute pause in your day to reconnect\, reflect\, and spark new ideas in your practice.\nJoin us 12:30–1:00 PM (MST) on the second Tuesday of each month for bite-sized sessions designed to fuel your passion for play and professionalism. \nEach mini-workshop offers:\n• Quick bursts of inspiration\n• Practical\, play-based ideas you can use right away\n• Space to reflect\, share\, and connect with fellow Protectors of Play™\n• Topics that range from sound exploration and wind play to advocacy\, professional language\, and children’s rights \n________________________________________________________ \nApril Topic: The Professional Voice: Advocacy\, Language & Identity in Early Childhood \nFocus: Professional language\, reflective identity\, ECE professionalism\nDescription: Explore how the words we choose shape public perception\, how we articulate the value of early learning\, and how advocacy emerges through everyday conversations. \n________________________________________________________ \nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nRegistration closes 24 hours in advance!\nZoom link is included in your ticket email. Reminder emails will be sent out 24 hours prior to the event.\nSession recordings will be available online in our Protectors of Play™ Resource Library. Please allow us 10 days to move the cafe chats to our online resource library.\nCertificates not available for ECE play Cafe sessions
URL:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/new-ece-play-cafe-the-professional-voice-advocacy-language-identity-in-early-childhood/
CATEGORIES:Community Workshop,Online Community Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inspired Minds ECC":MAILTO:tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca
LOCATION:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/new-ece-play-cafe-the-professional-voice-advocacy-language-identity-in-early-childhood/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260415T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260415T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074748
CREATED:20251212T190834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T025437Z
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SUMMARY:Playful Planning: Exploring the Planning Process with the Emergent Curriculum Approach
DESCRIPTION:Playful Planning: Exploring the Planning Process with the Emergent Curriculum Approach \nPlayful learning experiences promote a sense of curiosity\, exploration\, and confidence\, which are what we all strive to achieve when we plan for our early childhood environment and our children’s experiences. One of the most popular and best approaches to achieve this is the emergent curriculum approach. This approach lets the child lead the playful experiences and follow their own learning path. Our job\, as early childhood educators\, is to observe their interests and plan to either complement or extend these interests. Being intentional about how we prepare a responsive environment is a key element to emergent planning. How we plan activities\, play experiences\, provocations and invitations and make changes to our environment all depends on the dynamics of our group of children and our ability to really listen\, observe and learn about the children’s deeper interests and abilities. Let us walk alongside the children and join them in their journeys of wonder\, play and curiosity. Join me as we discuss planning strategies that work for everyone. There is no ‘one size fits all’ when it comes to planning for children’s play\, so let’s explore what your journey is with the children and how you can plan for play! \nWorkshop Goals \nBy the end of this workshop\, participants will: \n\nReview Emergent Planning Practices\nIdentify Planning Strategies based on the Balanced Approach to Emergent Planning\nTranslating Observations to Playful Planning\n\nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nRegistration closes 24 hours in advance!\nCertificate of participation will be available to registered participants.\nAll registered participants will have 30 days access to the webinar recording.\nThis workshop will be held online through the Zoom platform.\nYou will need access to a smartphone\, laptop\, tablet or computer with audio capabilities to join us.\nA link will be emailed to you 24 hours prior to the workshop. Please click the link 10 minutes before the workshop begins to join in.\nAll tickets are non-refundable. Transfers may be requested with a minimum of 24 hours’ notice.\nE-transfers to be sent to tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca\n\nZoom link is included in your ticket email. Reminder emails will be sent out 24-48 hours prior to event.
URL:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/playful-planning-exploring-the-planning-process-with-the-emergent-curriculum-approach/
CATEGORIES:Community Workshop,Online Community Webinar
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LOCATION:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/playful-planning-exploring-the-planning-process-with-the-emergent-curriculum-approach/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260418T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260418T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074748
CREATED:20251215T215846Z
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SUMMARY:NEW! Rooted in Care: A Professional Wellness & Advocacy Retreat for Early Childhood Educators
DESCRIPTION:Rooted in Care: A Professional Wellness & Advocacy Retreat for Early Childhood Educators \nWhen: Saturday\, April 18\, 2026 \nWhere: Red Deer\, AB\,\n                 Bower Ponds Recreation\, Fireside Room\n                 4715 Fountain Drive\n                 Red Deer\, AB \nTime: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM \nWelcome to Inspired Minds ECC’s very FIRST Educator Wellness Retreat! A Professional Learning Day focusing on YOU! \nRooted in Care is a restorative professional retreat dedicated to honouring the image of the early childhood educator as a knowledgeable\, reflective\, and essential professional. This intentionally designed experience invites child care and family day home educators to slow down\, reconnect\, and be nurtured\, both personally and professionally. \nThe morning focuses on connection and well-being\, offering engaging\, reflective\, and hands-on self-care practices that support educators in reconnecting with themselves and one another. Through shared experiences\, gentle reflection\, and meaningful dialogue\, participants will explore what it means to care for themselves while caring for others. \nIn the afternoon\, we begin with a guided walk in nature\, grounding ourselves in connection to the land and creating space for reflection and renewal. From there\, the focus shifts to professional identity and advocacy\, valuing the work we do\, strengthening our professional voice\, and exploring ways to advocate for ourselves and the early learning and child care profession. \nConnection\, inspiration\, and care are the roots of this retreat. Supporting educators to feel grounded\, valued\, and empowered to continue their important work with confidence and purpose. \nLearner Outcomes\nBy the end of this retreat\, participants will: \n\nSupport their personal and professional well-being by engaging in reflective and relational self-care practices that recognize educator wellness as foundational to responsive\, high-quality early learning and care.\nStrengthen professional relationships and collaboration by connecting with fellow educators through dialogue\, shared experiences\, and collective reflection\, fostering a sense of belonging and professional community.\nDeepen reflective practice and professional identity by examining the image of the early childhood educator through inquiry and reflection\, recognizing their role as knowledgeable\, capable\, and essential professionals.\nDevelop pedagogical leadership and advocacy skills by exploring ways to articulate the value of early learning and child care\, use professional language\, and advocate for themselves\, children\, and the profession.\nEngage in land-based reflection to reconnect with place as a source of well-being and inspiration\, supporting holistic understanding\, ethical relationships\, and reflective professional practice.\nStrengthen ongoing professional learning and competence by aligning reflection\, collaboration\, and advocacy with FLIGHT: Alberta’s Early Learning and Care Framework\, supporting continuous growth and intentional\, responsive practice.\n\nFor event information\, please check out our educator wellness retreat information package: Download Here \nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nRegistration closes 48 hours in advance!\nCertificate of participation will be available to registered participants.\nAll tickets are non-refundable. Transfers may be requested with a minimum of 48 hours’ notice.\nE-transfers to be sent to tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca\n\nLimited Tickets Available!
URL:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/new-rooted-in-care-a-professional-wellness-advocacy-retreat-for-early-childhood-educators/
LOCATION:Bower Ponds Recreation\, 4715 Fountain Drive\, Red Deer\, AB\, T4N 6W4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260422T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260422T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074748
CREATED:20251212T192816Z
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SUMMARY:NEW! Listening to the Land: Deepening Nature Play Through Land-Based and Place-Based Practices
DESCRIPTION:NEW! Listening to the Land: Deepening Nature Play Through Land-Based and Place-Based Practices \nThis workshop invites early childhood educators to deepen their understanding of land-based and place-based learning as vital components of high-quality early learning. Grounded in current research and best practices\, participants will explore how children form relationships\, knowledge\, and identity through their encounters with the natural world. Through reflective dialogue\, hands-on examples\, and inquiry-based approaches\, educators will consider how the land acts as teacher\, how nature play supports holistic development\, and how responsive environments nurture children’s natural dispositions to learn. \nTogether\, we will examine ways to honour place\, culture\, and ecological relationships in early childhood settings and reflect on our responsibility—as educators and caretakers of the land—to nurture children’s connections with the natural world. Educators will leave with practical strategies\, inspiration\, and renewed confidence to weave place-based and land-centered learning into their daily practice. \nWorkshop Goals \nBy the end of this workshop\, participants will: \n\nDevelop a rich understanding of land-based and place-based learning and their significance in early childhood education.\nExplore how nature play fosters children’s holistic development\, curiosity\, and sense of belonging through meaningful engagement with the land.\nEquip educators with research-informed practices to design responsive\, inclusive\, and culturally grounded nature-based learning experiences.\n\nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nRegistration closes 24 hours in advance!\nCertificate of participation will be available to registered participants.\nAll registered participants will have 30 days access to the webinar recording.\nThis workshop will be held online through the Zoom platform.\nYou will need access to a smartphone\, laptop\, tablet or computer with audio capabilities to join us.\nA link will be emailed to you 24 hours prior to the workshop. Please click the link 10 minutes before the workshop begins to join in.\nAll tickets are non-refundable. Transfers may be requested with a minimum of 24 hours’ notice.\nE-transfers to be sent to tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca\n\nZoom link is included in your ticket email. Reminder emails will be sent out 24-48 hours prior to event. \n 
URL:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/new-listening-to-the-land-deepening-nature-play-through-land-based-and-place-based-practices/
CATEGORIES:Community Workshop,Online Community Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inspired Minds ECC":MAILTO:tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca
LOCATION:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/new-listening-to-the-land-deepening-nature-play-through-land-based-and-place-based-practices/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260429T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260429T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074748
CREATED:20251212T193653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T025445Z
UID:10000471-1777487400-1777494600@inspiredmindsecc.ca
SUMMARY:Leading with Advocacy: Professionalism and Ethics for Early Childhood Educators
DESCRIPTION:Leading with Advocacy: Professionalism and Ethics for Early Childhood Educators \nAdvocacy for the child care sector begins with you! As early childhood leaders\, we must promote and maintain a sense of professionalism in our work. This requires us to engage in deep and meaningful reflective practices in all that we do. These self-reflective practices include your knowledge and practices in best practices\, ethical conduct\, family engagement and reflection on your own policies and practices. Not only do we need to self-reflect as leaders\, but we also need to engage our team in reflective practices. Together\, we can create a sector of passionate\, nurturing and caring educators who advocate together for high-quality child care. Let’s take a look into how this can work for you and what steps you need to take to continue on your pathway as an early childhood educator\, advocate and Protector of Play! \nWorkshop Goals \nBy the end of this workshop\, participants will: \n\nDefine advocacy\, professionalism\, best practices and reflective practices\nIdentify professional ethical conduct\, morals and values\nEngage in professional and reflective practices\nCreate an action plan for professional advocacy\n\nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nRegistration closes 24 hours in advance!\nCertificate of participation will be available to registered participants.\nAll registered participants will have 30 days access to the webinar recording.\nThis workshop will be held online through the Zoom platform.\nYou will need access to a smartphone\, laptop\, tablet or computer with audio capabilities to join us.\nA link will be emailed to you 24 hours prior to the workshop. Please click the link 10 minutes before the workshop begins to join in.\nAll tickets are non-refundable. Transfers may be requested with a minimum of 24 hours’ notice.\nE-transfers to be sent to tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca\n\nZoom link is included in your ticket email. Reminder emails will be sent out 24-48 hours prior to event.
URL:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/leading-with-advocacy-professionalism-and-ethics-for-early-childhood-educators-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Workshop,Online Community Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inspired Minds ECC":MAILTO:tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca
LOCATION:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/leading-with-advocacy-professionalism-and-ethics-for-early-childhood-educators-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260506T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260506T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074748
CREATED:20251216T000527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T025449Z
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SUMMARY:The Daily Struggle: Facilitating Conflict Resolution
DESCRIPTION:The Daily Struggle: Facilitating Conflict Resolution \nConflict is something that we all experience on a daily basis. We all have our own perceptions and experiences and opinions\, and with children…these opinions can get very vocal! It’s up to us\, the adults in their lives\, to facilitate how to resolve conflicts constructively so that our children can grow into success problem solvers and engage in healthy conflicts! It’s not an overnight process\, but with positive supports\, children will start to understand different perspectives and understand how to resolve conflicts in a healthy manner. Let’s help them on this journey of success and understanding! \nWorkshop Goals \nBy the end of this workshop\, participants will: \n\nEstablish the ‘why’ to conflict resolution\nDiscuss the learning behind conflict\nStrategies to prepare for conflict resolution\nIdentifying steps & strategies to facilitate conflict resolution\n\nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nRegistration closes 24 hours in advance!\nCertificate of participation will be available to registered participants.\nAll registered participants will have 30 days access to the webinar recording.\nThis workshop will be held online through the Zoom platform.\nYou will need access to a smartphone\, laptop\, tablet or computer with audio capabilities to join us.\nA link will be emailed to you 24 hours prior to the workshop. Please click the link 10 minutes before the workshop begins to join in.\nAll tickets are non-refundable. Transfers may be requested with a minimum of 24 hours’ notice.\nE-transfers to be sent to tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca\n\nZoom link is included in your ticket email. Reminder emails will be sent out 24-48 hours prior to event.
URL:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/the-daily-struggle-facilitating-conflict-resolution-4/
CATEGORIES:Community Workshop,Online Community Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inspired Minds ECC":MAILTO:tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca
LOCATION:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/the-daily-struggle-facilitating-conflict-resolution-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260512T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260512T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074748
CREATED:20251216T001126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T021411Z
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SUMMARY:NEW! ECE Play Café - Dancing with  the Wind
DESCRIPTION:☕Introducing the ECE Play Café – Dancing with the Wind \nTake a 30-minute pause in your day to reconnect\, reflect\, and spark new ideas in your practice.\nJoin us 12:30–1:00 PM (MST) on the second Tuesday of each month for bite-sized sessions designed to fuel your passion for play and professionalism. \nEach mini-workshop offers:\n• Quick bursts of inspiration\n• Practical\, play-based ideas you can use right away\n• Space to reflect\, share\, and connect with fellow Protectors of Play™\n• Topics that range from sound exploration and wind play to advocacy\, professional language\, and children’s rights \n________________________________________________________ \nMay Topic: Dancing with the Wind \nFocus: Wind play\, invitations to play\, STEM concepts through movement\, sensory exploration\nDescription: From streamers to pinwheels to bubble trails—discover how wind becomes a teacher in early learning environments. \n________________________________________________________ \nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nRegistration closes 24 hours in advance!\nZoom link is included in your ticket email. Reminder emails will be sent out 24 hours prior to the event.\nSession recordings will be available online in our Protectors of Play™ Resource Library. Please allow us 10 days to move the cafe chats to our online resource library.\nCertificates not available for ECE play Cafe sessions
URL:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/new-ece-play-cafe-dancing-with-the-wind/
CATEGORIES:Community Workshop,Online Community Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inspired Minds ECC":MAILTO:tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca
LOCATION:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/new-ece-play-cafe-dancing-with-the-wind/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260512T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260512T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074748
CREATED:20251216T001537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T025503Z
UID:10000476-1778610600-1778617800@inspiredmindsecc.ca
SUMMARY:Reflections of Playful Learning: Making Children's Learning Visible with the Emergent Curriculum Approach
DESCRIPTION:Reflections of Playful Learning: Making Children’s Learning Visible with the Emergent Curriculum Approach \nAfter a full day of play\, everyone is exhausted! Oh\, but what fun we had! What learning transpired! It was a success! Before we forget of all the adventures and discoveries\, it’s time to reflect. Reflection is a main factor when enriching your emergent curriculum approach. Reflection has many facets\, and looks different for each educator and each group of children. In this session\, we will look at the many different ways to reflect on playful learning; on-the-spot\, daily\, weekly and monthly reflections that use a variety of forms of reflection and documentation.  We will discuss three main reflective documentation formats with you in this session; reflective planning\, documentation boards and learning stories. Discover the steps that work for you with reflection! It’s all about showcasing your personal reflections\, team reflections and reflections with the children and their families that make this reflective process valuable. It’s time to capture the moments of play and joy in early childhood! \nWorkshop Goals\nBy the end of this workshop\, participants will: \n\nReview and identify the importance of reflective practices\nIdentify various ways to document reflection of children’s learning\nIdentify the core elements of reflective practices using reflective planning\, documentation boards and learning stories\n\nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nRegistration closes 24 hours in advance!\nCertificate of participation will be available to registered participants.\nAll registered participants will have 30 days access to the webinar recording.\nThis workshop will be held online through the Zoom platform.\nYou will need access to a smartphone\, laptop\, tablet or computer with audio capabilities to join us.\nA link will be emailed to you 24 hours prior to the workshop. Please click the link 10 minutes before the workshop begins to join in.\nAll tickets are non-refundable. Transfers may be requested with a minimum of 24 hours’ notice.\nE-transfers to be sent to tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca\n\nZoom link is included in your ticket email. Reminder emails will be sent out 24-48 hours prior to event.
URL:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/making-childrens-learning-visible/
CATEGORIES:Community Workshop,Online Community Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inspired Minds ECC":MAILTO:tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca
LOCATION:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/making-childrens-learning-visible/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260520T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260520T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074748
CREATED:20251216T003304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T025513Z
UID:10000477-1779301800-1779307200@inspiredmindsecc.ca
SUMMARY:NEW! Roots\, Rhythms & Play: Enriching Children’s Outdoor Experiences
DESCRIPTION:Roots\, Rhythms & Play: Enriching Children’s Outdoor Experiences \nRoots\, Rhythms & Play: Enriching Children’s Outdoor Experiences invites educators to reimagine outdoor play as a rich\, holistic learning experience where nature and children are co-constructors of knowledge. This workshop examines the power of active play\, the importance of healthy risk-taking\, and the educator’s role in creating responsive\, intentional outdoor spaces that nurture discovery and confidence. Participants will engage in hands-on learning\, reflect on real-world scenarios\, and gather practical strategies for designing environments that honour children’s curiosity and strengthen their relationships with nature and community. \nRooted in best practices and a holistic view of early learning\, this workshop equips educators to transform outdoor moments into meaningful experiences that support children’s wonder\, growth\, and sense of belonging in the world around them. \nWorkshop Goals\nBy the end of this workshop\, participants will: \n\nEnhance educators’ understanding of holistic outdoor learning by exploring how nature supports children’s wellbeing\, belonging\, engagement\, and expression.\nStrengthen educators’ ability to facilitate safe\, active\, and meaningful outdoor experiences that include risky play\, community connections\, and nature-based learning opportunities.\nBuild confidence and competence in designing intentional and responsive outdoor play environments that honour children’s curiosity\, agency\, and developmental needs.\n\nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nRegistration closes 24 hours in advance!\nCertificate of participation will be available to registered participants.\nAll registered participants will have 30 days access to the webinar recording.\nThis workshop will be held online through the Zoom platform.\nYou will need access to a smartphone\, laptop\, tablet or computer with audio capabilities to join us.\nA link will be emailed to you 24 hours prior to the workshop. Please click the link 10 minutes before the workshop begins to join in.\nAll tickets are non-refundable. Transfers may be requested with a minimum of 24 hours’ notice.\nE-transfers to be sent to tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca\n\nZoom link is included in your ticket email. Reminder emails will be sent out 24-48 hours prior to event.
URL:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/new-roots-rhythms-play-enriching-childrens-outdoor-experiences/
CATEGORIES:Community Workshop,Online Community Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inspired Minds ECC":MAILTO:tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca
LOCATION:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/new-roots-rhythms-play-enriching-childrens-outdoor-experiences/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260527T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260527T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074748
CREATED:20251216T003808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T025528Z
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SUMMARY:The Journey of Learning: Reflective Practices of an Early Childhood Professional
DESCRIPTION:The Journey of Learning: Reflective Practices of an Early Childhood Professional \nOne of the most impactful strategies I have learned as an early childhood educator is how to reflect on my practices. This is not something I did much of in my early years as an educator. After all\, I was simply trying to survive and just at the beginning of my journey as an educator. However\, I wish I had done more of this essential practice when I started as it has immensely helped me grow as a professional early childhood educator. I wish I had a community of practice to share ideas and perspectives. So\, here we are to support you – wherever you are on your journey as an ECE. Reflective practices can be done in a variety of ways. From quick\, on-the-spot reflections to deeper and collaborative reflective practices\, there’s something out there for each and every one of us. Join us as we discover the pathways of learning through reflective practices and how we can diversify our approach and build our metacognition. We will explore reflective practices as an individual\, as a team and within a community of practices. Discover practical ways to increase this invaluable tool that we have at our fingertips and how to maximize our outcomes of reflection to apply to our practices. \nWorkshop Goals\nBy the end of this workshop\, participants will: \n\nIdentify reflections as an integral part of professional practices\nIdentify strategies to support reflective practices\nGain knowledge about how to diversify reflective practices\n\nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nRegistration closes 24 hours in advance!\nCertificate of participation will be available to registered participants.\nAll registered participants will have 30 days access to the webinar recording.\nThis workshop will be held online through the Zoom platform.\nYou will need access to a smartphone\, laptop\, tablet or computer with audio capabilities to join us.\nA link will be emailed to you 24 hours prior to the workshop. Please click the link 10 minutes before the workshop begins to join in.\nAll tickets are non-refundable. Transfers may be requested with a minimum of 24 hours’ notice.\nE-transfers to be sent to tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca\n\nZoom link is included in your ticket email. Reminder emails will be sent out 24-48 hours prior to event.
URL:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/the-journey-of-learning-reflective-practices-of-an-early-childhood-professional/
CATEGORIES:Community Workshop,Online Community Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inspired Minds ECC":MAILTO:tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca
LOCATION:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/the-journey-of-learning-reflective-practices-of-an-early-childhood-professional/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260603T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260603T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074748
CREATED:20251216T004704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T025543Z
UID:10000479-1780511400-1780522200@inspiredmindsecc.ca
SUMMARY:Know No No’s: Understanding Positive Guidance Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Know No No’s: Understanding Positive Guidance Strategies (3 hours) \nEver wonder WHY some children react in ways we just don’t understand? The screaming\, biting and hitting came from nowhere! When a seemingly small situation throws them right into a major meltdown. Feeling like you’re at a standstill of what to do next? Well\, then this professional learning day is for you! Join us as we discuss the whys behind children’s difficult and challenging behaviours and how we can support them during these difficult moments. Let’s begin this journey with identifying some co-regulation strategies that work for the children in your care! \nNow that we understand these big feelings and have big actions that children are using to communicate these feelings with the people around them. It’s important that early childhood educators create an environment that is safe\, physically\, mentally\, and emotionally\, for children to learn about these emotions and discover ways to express these emotions. This is where the third teacher – our early learning environments- can help! By knowing what works for each child\, we can create spaces and routines that help them feel safe to explore and express these emotions without negative outcomes. \nFinally\, what do we do when children still engage in conflict…despite everything we’ve done to be proactive? Conflict is something that we all experience on a daily basis. We all have our own perceptions and experiences and opinions\, and with children…these opinions can get very vocal! It’s up to us\, the adults in their lives\, to facilitate how to resolve conflicts constructively so that our children can grow into success problem solvers and engage in healthy conflicts! Let’s bring our calm to their chaos and help children (and each other) on this journey of success and understanding! \nWorkshop Goals \nBy the end of this workshop\, participants will: \n\nIdentify behaviours and how they relate to communication.\nDefine positive guidance and how it affects child development and resiliency.\nIncrease knowledge of how positive supports/preventative measures\, such as\, co-regulation strategies and creating a responsive environment.\nDevelop key strategies for using positive guidance to support children during challenging behaviours (intervention strategies).\n\nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nRegistration closes 24 hours in advance!\nCertificate of participation will be available to registered participants.\nAll registered participants will have 30 days access to the webinar recording.\nThis workshop will be held online through the Zoom platform.\nYou will need access to a smartphone\, laptop\, tablet or computer with audio capabilities to join us.\nA link will be emailed to you 24 hours prior to the workshop. Please click the link 10 minutes before the workshop begins to join in.\nAll tickets are non-refundable. Transfers may be requested with a minimum of 24 hours’ notice.\nE-transfers to be sent to tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca\n\nZoom link is included in your ticket email. Reminder emails will be sent out 24-48 hours prior to event.
URL:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/know-no-nos-understanding-positive-guidance-strategies/
CATEGORIES:Community Workshop,Online Community Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inspired Minds ECC":MAILTO:tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca
LOCATION:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/know-no-nos-understanding-positive-guidance-strategies/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260609T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260609T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074748
CREATED:20251216T005134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T021315Z
UID:10000480-1781008200-1781010000@inspiredmindsecc.ca
SUMMARY:NEW! ECE Play Café - Children’s Rights in Practice:  Articles 28\, 29 & 31
DESCRIPTION:☕Introducing the ECE Play Café – Children’s Rights in Practice: Articles 28\, 29 & 31 \nTake a 30-minute pause in your day to reconnect\, reflect\, and spark new ideas in your practice.\nJoin us 12:30–1:00 PM (MST) on the second Tuesday of each month for bite-sized sessions designed to fuel your passion for play and professionalism. \nEach mini-workshop offers:\n• Quick bursts of inspiration\n• Practical\, play-based ideas you can use right away\n• Space to reflect\, share\, and connect with fellow Protectors of Play™\n• Topics that range from sound exploration and wind play to advocacy\, professional language\, and children’s rights \n________________________________________________________ \nJune Topic: Children’s Rights in Practice: Articles 28\, 29 & 31 \nFocus: Rights-based practice\, UNCRC alignment\nDescription: Connect quality education\, the aims of education\, and the right to rest\, leisure\, and play. Discuss how these rights shape our decisions\, advocacy efforts\, and communication with families. \n________________________________________________________ \nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nRegistration closes 24 hours in advance!\nZoom link is included in your ticket email. Reminder emails will be sent out 24 hours prior to the event.\nSession recordings will be available online in our Protectors of Play™ Resource Library. Please allow us 10 days to move the cafe chats to our online resource library.\nCertificates not available for ECE play Cafe sessions
URL:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/new-ece-play-cafe-childrens-rights-in-practice-articles-28-29-31/
CATEGORIES:Community Workshop,Online Community Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inspired Minds ECC":MAILTO:tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca
LOCATION:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/new-ece-play-cafe-childrens-rights-in-practice-articles-28-29-31/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260610T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260610T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074748
CREATED:20251216T012041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T025556Z
UID:10000481-1781116200-1781123400@inspiredmindsecc.ca
SUMMARY:NEW! Elevating Sensory Play: Designing Multidimensional and Immersive Sensory Play Experiences
DESCRIPTION:NEW! Elevating Sensory Play: Designing Multidimensional and Immersive Sensory Play Experiences \nSensory play is far more than sand and water—it is a dynamic\, responsive\, and imagination-fuelled learning experience for young children. In this hands-on workshop\, educators will explore how to add depth\, height\, movement\, and meaning to traditional sensory tables to create multidimensional environments that spark curiosity and support holistic development. Participants will investigate new strategies that extend beyond the basics: vertical and horizontal sensory invitations\, immersive sensory experiences\, and sensory pathways that respond to children’s emerging interests. \nGrounded in research\, early learning and child care frameworks\, play pedagogy\, and emergent practices\, this session highlights how thoughtfully designed sensory experiences nurture children’s problem-solving\, emotional expression\, language development\, and connection to the world around them. Educators will engage in active exploration — yes\, you will get messy! — to inspire creativity\, deepen professional reflection\, and cultivate environments where children thrive through play. \nWorkshop Goals\nBy the end of this workshop\, participants will: \n\nDesign sensory-rich\, multidimensional play experiences that extend beyond traditional materials\, adding complexity\, intention\, and open-ended possibilities.\nStrengthen observation and responsive planning skills to create sensory invitations aligned with children’s interests\, developmental needs\, and ELCC professional practices.\nEnhance understanding of play pedagogy by connecting sensory play to holistic learning domains\, wellbeing\, and the educator’s role as co-creator of meaningful play environments.\n\nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nRegistration closes 24 hours in advance!\nCertificate of participation will be available to registered participants.\nAll registered participants will have 30 days access to the webinar recording.\nThis workshop will be held online through the Zoom platform.\nYou will need access to a smartphone\, laptop\, tablet or computer with audio capabilities to join us.\nA link will be emailed to you 24 hours prior to the workshop. Please click the link 10 minutes before the workshop begins to join in.\nAll tickets are non-refundable. Transfers may be requested with a minimum of 24 hours’ notice.\nE-transfers to be sent to tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca\n\nZoom link is included in your ticket email. Reminder emails will be sent out 24-48 hours prior to event.
URL:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/new-elevating-sensory-play-designing-multidimensional-and-immersive-sensory-play-experiences/
CATEGORIES:Community Workshop,Online Community Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inspired Minds ECC":MAILTO:tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca
LOCATION:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/new-elevating-sensory-play-designing-multidimensional-and-immersive-sensory-play-experiences/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260617T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260617T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074748
CREATED:20251216T012445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T025613Z
UID:10000482-1781721000-1781728200@inspiredmindsecc.ca
SUMMARY:Protectors of Play: Valuing the Pedagogy of Play
DESCRIPTION:Protectors of Play: Valuing the Pedagogy of Play \nPlay. Playful Learning. Learning Through Play. Pedagogy of Play. These are just some of the terms we use to advocate for the importance of Play\, not only in the early learning years but throughout our learning journey. For now\, let’s start with Play in the early years and how it can optimize learning and create a responsive environment where we are all co-learners! The brain is wired to Play. As playful learners\, our role is to foster a playful environment and encourage children to Play to explore\, create\, problem-solve and discover. Together\, we will unpack the power of Play as we become Protectors of Play! Define Play for yourself and its relevance to children’s experiences\, learning and growth. Identify the key principles of Play. Discover how to create playful environments and reflect on these Play experiences to nurture the passion of Play. As Protectors of Play\, we play a vital role in its implementation and advocacy. Raise your voices for Play! \nWorkshop Goals\nBy the end of this workshop\, participants will: \n\nUnpacking Play Pedagogy\nImplementing Play into Your Everyday Practices\nReflections on Play\nAdvocating for Play in the Early Learning Years\n\nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nRegistration closes 24 hours in advance!\nCertificate of participation will be available to registered participants.\nAll registered participants will have 30 days access to the webinar recording.\nThis workshop will be held online through the Zoom platform.\nYou will need access to a smartphone\, laptop\, tablet or computer with audio capabilities to join us.\nA link will be emailed to you 24 hours prior to the workshop. Please click the link 10 minutes before the workshop begins to join in.\nAll tickets are non-refundable. Transfers may be requested with a minimum of 24 hours’ notice.\nE-transfers to be sent to tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca\n\nZoom link is included in your ticket email. Reminder emails will be sent out 24-48 hours prior to event.
URL:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/protectors-of-play-valuing-the-pedagogy-of-play/
CATEGORIES:Community Workshop,Online Community Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inspired Minds ECC":MAILTO:tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca
LOCATION:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/protectors-of-play-valuing-the-pedagogy-of-play/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260630T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260630T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T074748
CREATED:20251216T014209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T025628Z
UID:10000483-1782844200-1782851400@inspiredmindsecc.ca
SUMMARY:Creating Magical Spaces: Inspiring Early Childhood Environments
DESCRIPTION:Creating Magical Spaces: Inspiring Early Childhood Environments \nCreating a space that promotes curiosity\, exploration\, discovery and play is a complex task. Trends change over time…so what’s the latest and greatest in creating an environment that truly captures the image of the child and children’s play? It’s a setting that focuses on the child\, creates a natural environment for play\, and promotes a sense of belonging\, safety\, and wellness. A magical environment is responsive to the children’s interests and needs and encourages everyone to actively participate in this joyous play space. We invite you to join us as we explore the various ways this can occur in early childhood settings. Inspiration can come from a carefully placed potted plant\, to calming lights in a cozy corner\, to the how we participate and bring a sense of joy to the environment. Use your magical touch to create a space that works for you and the children in your care. Not all spaces are the same – but each one is magical! \nWorkshop Goals \nBy the end of this workshop\, participants will: \n\nDeepen understanding of responsive environments by exploring how intentional design supports curiosity\, exploration\, play\, and honours the image of the child in early childhood settings.\nInspire reflective and intentional practice by engaging educators in creating a personal vision board that captures ideas\, values\, and inspiration for designing meaningful\, child-centred play spaces.\nBuild educator confidence in environmental design by supporting participants to translate inspiration into realistic\, responsive spaces that promote belonging\, safety\, wellness\, and joyful participation.\n\nThings to Keep in Mind: \n\nRegistration closes 24 hours in advance!\nCertificate of participation will be available to registered participants.\nAll registered participants will have 30 days access to the webinar recording.\nThis workshop will be held online through the Zoom platform.\nYou will need access to a smartphone\, laptop\, tablet or computer with audio capabilities to join us.\nA link will be emailed to you 24 hours prior to the workshop. Please click the link 10 minutes before the workshop begins to join in.\nAll tickets are non-refundable. Transfers may be requested with a minimum of 24 hours’ notice.\nE-transfers to be sent to tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca\n\nZoom link is included in your ticket email. Reminder emails will be sent out 24-48 hours prior to event.
URL:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/creating-magical-spaces-inspiring-early-childhood-environments-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Workshop,Online Community Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Inspired Minds ECC":MAILTO:tina@inspiredmindsecc.ca
LOCATION:https://inspiredmindsecc.ca/workshop-events/creating-magical-spaces-inspiring-early-childhood-environments-3/
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