Early Childhood Development Association of PEI

Attention ECDA Members! Your membership expires on Wednesday, September 9th. Renew now to avoid late fees!

Log in to your account and complete the Renew Membership form, accessed from the "My Account" menu, to keep your benefits active.

Payment options:
• Secure online payment by Credit Card, Apple and Google pay.

Please note: For security reasons, the ECDA no longer accepts individual e-transfers. The website now accepts Google and Apple pay in addition to credit card payments. Centre payments are not affected.

Questions? Reach out to us anytime via email at [email protected], or call Karoll at (902)368-1866

Ready to take your first steps toward a rewarding career as an Early Childhood Educator?

Are you considering a career change? Do you have a passion for working with children, but aren’t sure where to start? Or do you know someone who might be interested in a career in Early Childhood Education?

Join us for our upcoming Steps to Success Information Session!

📅 Wednesday, August 26
⏰ 10:30–11:30 a.m.
💻 Virtual

We’ll share more about the Steps to Success program, how it can help you begin your journey toward a career in Early Childhood Education, and answer your questions!

✨ Take your first steps toward a career where you can make an impact that lasts a lifetime.

👉 Learn more and register at ecdaofpei.ca/events

Know someone who would be a great Early Childhood Educator? Share this post with them! 💛

Are you looking to make a career change? Have you considered becoming an Early Childhood Educator?

Take the first steps towards a rewarding career as an Early Childhood Educator, register for our upcoming Steps To Success program now!

When you choose a career as an Island Early Childhood Educator, you’re choosing to make an impact that will last a lifetime!

For more information, contact Megan Drummond by email at [email protected] or by phone at 902-368-1017.

Or, apply online at ECDAofPEI.ca/events See less

💙 A strong career is built on more than what happens at the centre. It's also built through connections with colleagues, opportunities to learn and grow, and being part of a professional community that supports you every step of the way.

As an ECDA member, you have access to networking opportunities, professional learning, member events, advocacy, and resources designed to help you thrive throughout your career.

Discover upcoming events at ECDAofPEI.ca/Events

The Early Learning and Child Care sector, a place where your career and heart grow together. See the heart behind the work at ecdaofpei.ca/passion

Funded by the Government of PEI

A simple question can lead to extraordinary learning. ✉️❤️ When children at Wee The West Childcare Centre became curious about how mail works, their educators followed that interest beyond the centre and into the community!

With a visit to the Canada Post office in Bloomfield, children wrote letters to themselves, explored how mail is sorted and delivered, listened to a story, and asked thoughtful questions along the way. Thanks to Transportation West Inc., they were able to travel together and experience their community in a meaningful, hands-on way.

This is what community is all about.

When Early Learning and Child Care centres, local businesses, non-profit organizations, and community members work together, children gain authentic experiences that inspire curiosity, build relationships, and deepen their understanding of the world around them.

Together, communities and Early Learning and Child Care centres help children grow, learn, and thrive!

These are our voices. This is our community.

🎥 Watch the full 2½ minute story on our YouTube channel. Link in bio.

Help shape a new resource for the Early Learning and Child Care sector!

Our partners at the Canadian Child Care Federation are sharing Child Health & Physical Activity Lab at Western University's opportunity for ECEs and childcare professionals to contribute to the development of a new Activity Bank that will support physical activity and active play in childcare settings.

If you have favourite movement-based games or activities to share, we'd love to see PEI represented. Complete the short Western University survey through the post below, and you could win one of five $100 gift cards.

Thank you for helping strengthen resources for educators and children across Canada! 🍁

The Child Health & Physical Activity Lab at Western University is developing an Activity Bank to support physical activity and active play in childcare settings. This educator-informed resource will feature practical games, activities, and movement ideas that can be used throughout the childcare day.

We are inviting Early Childhood Educators and childcare professionals from across Canada to share their favourite movement-based activities through a brief survey. Contributions will help ensure the Activity Bank reflects a diverse range of childcare settings, experiences, and perspectives, and provides activities that are engaging, feasible, and enjoyable for young children.

Participants who complete the survey may also enter a draw to win one of five $100 gift cards.

To participate, please complete the survey here: https://uwo.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_af4k1ka6NnDMC6W

Thank you for helping us create a valuable resource for the early years sector!

✨Chaque journée est remplie de petits moments qui laissent une grande empreinte.

Accompagner les enfants dans leurs découvertes, encourager leur créativité, célébrer leurs réussites et nourrir leur curiosité... voilà ce qui rend cette profession si enrichissante.🌟

En tant qu'éducatrice.eur de la petite enfance, vous contribuez chaque jour à bâtir les fondations de l'avenir, un moment à la fois.

Le secteur de l'apprentissage et de la garde des jeunes enfants est un milieu où votre carrière et votre cœur s'épanouissent ensemble. Découvrez la passion derrière le travail à ecdaofpei.ca/passion

Financé par le gouvernement de l'Île-du-Prince-Édouard.

🌱💙 Your passion for Early Learning and Child Care can grow alongside your career!

Whether you're mentoring a new colleague, supporting children as they learn and grow, stepping into a leadership role within your centre, or helping shape the future of the profession through the ECDA of PEI as a Board of Director, there are many paths to explore.

Every new experience builds your confidence, strengthens your skills, and creates opportunities to make an even greater impact on children, families, and the Early Learning and Child Care sector.

The Early Learning and Child Care sector, a place where your career and heart grow together. See the heart behind the work at ecdaofpei.ca/passion

Funded by the Government of PEI