| Leading the Way: Leadership Forum 2025 is designed to empower and inspire leaders in the early learning and child care sector. | Friday, November 7, 2025 | ||
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Through thought-provoking collaborative sessions, and networking opportunities, participants will reflect on their leadership journey, strengthen their capacity to lead with purpose, and gain new perspectives to support the evolving needs of children, families, and teams. MORNING SPEAKER: DR. ELAINE COOK, Ph.D THRC is excited to welcome back Dr. Elaine Cook, who holds a Ph.D in Behavioural Psychology. Join Dr. Cook as our morning speaker on her session on Beautiful Constraints. Beautiful Constraints: Post-pandemic stress and anxiety challenge individuals and workplaces, compounded by constraints like time, resources, and finances. This workshop teaches participants to identify, reframe, and leverage constraints to enable aspirational goals. Learn to reshape narratives and create hopeful, enduring stories for personal and organizational growth. In this session, participants will learn:
________________________________________________________________ AFTERNOON SESSIONS: PARTICIPANTS CAN CHOOSE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING SESSIONS Option One: Difficult Conversations facilitated by: Dr. Elaine Cook, Ph.D – Manager Humanistic Education and Training Difficult conversations arise in all areas of life. This session explores what In this session, participants will learn about the neurobiology of difficult _________________________________________________________________ Option Two: Awaken Your Inner Guide: A Virtues-Based Experience, Faciliated by: Shannon Speer, THRC Professional Learning Consultant Step into a journey of self-discovery and connection as you explore the power of virtues language in both personal and professional spaces. Through creative reflection, deep exploration, and meaningful engagement, unlock new pathways to strengthen relationships, foster authentic connections, and design a more intentional way of being. _________________________________________________________________ Option Three: Accommodating Children with Special Needs, Faciliated by: Asha Rampersad, Turnpenney Milne LLP Childcare facility owners, operators, supervisors, and directors will learn about their legal obligation to accommodate and provide inclusive care to children with disabilities. Through lecture, discussion, and case studies, participants will learn to accommodate children to the point of undue hardship under the Human Rights Code and to navigate situations where services may have to be modified or withdrawn due to health and safety risks to staff and other children. __________________________________________________________________ Option Four: Creating Positive and Supportive Working Environments: An Evidence Based Approach, Facilitated by: Marie-Hélène Budworth, Professor at York University This session explores practical strategies for fostering healthy, inclusive, and productive workplaces. Participants will learn how to apply evidence-based principles adapted for Child Care Centres. We will explore team dynamics, psychological safety, and overall employee wellbeing with the goal of contributing to a culture of support and positive engagement. Once registration opens, anyone who wishes to participate must complete a form to secure their spot to ensure registration at the event.
CLICK HERE TO FILL OUT THE FORM AND A FOLLOW UP EMAIL WILL BE SENT WITH THE FINAL REGISTRATION LINK Stay tuned for more information! |
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Intended Audience: Licensed Child Care Educators, EarlyON Educators, Licensed Home Child Care Providers/Home Visitors, Supervisors, Managers, Support Staff, School Board Staff **Please note, spaces are limited.** |
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If this session is full, e-mail administrativeassistant@thrc.ca to be put on the waitlist. If a spot becomes available an email will be sent to you. Please email administrativeassistant@thrc.ca for participants working outside of Halton Region for pricing. |
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Location: Holiday Inn Oakville 590 Argus Road, Oakville |
Cost: $25 virtually – professionals working in licensed programs in Halton Region $40 in person – professionals working in licensed programs in Halton Region $35 virtual – professionals not working in licensed programs in Halton Region $50 in-person – professionals not working in licensed programs in Halton Region $50 virtually – for organizations with up to 25 participants working in licensed programs in Halton Region $75 virtually – for organizations with up to 50 participants working in licensed programs in Halton Region |
Registration Deadline:
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October 24th, 2025
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