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The Early Learning Quality Initiative (ELQI) promotes professional development and high-quality early learning programs. Our services are available to Registered Early Childhood Educators and all staff working in centres/programs within our local early learning and childcare community in the City of Kawartha Lakes and County of Haliburton.
We are a program of Community Living Trent Highlands.
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International Day of Play-June 11, 2026
Play isn’t just fun – it’s essential for every child’s development. International Day of Play | UNICEF Parenting What is International Day of Play? International Day of Play is a time to celebrate the power of play. It’s a time to raise awareness about how central play is to every child’s development and well-being. And… Continue reading International Day of Play-June 11, 2026
Our Professional Learning Journey Continues – June Opportunities
We would like to remind you of our upcoming professional learning opportunity for the two part series- Sensory Processing with Paula Aquilla. Registration closes on Monday, June 1 at 4:00 pm . Please make sure to register before the deadline. If you miss the deadline, please email Elqi@clth.ca to request to participate. We hope that… Continue reading Our Professional Learning Journey Continues – June Opportunities
Our Professional Learning Journey Continues -May and June Opportunities
We would like to remind you of our upcoming professional learning opportunities. Please make sure to register before the deadline. If you miss the deadline, please email Elqi@clth.ca to request to participate. We hope that you will join us at one or all of these opportunities. Please scan for registration or click on the following… Continue reading Our Professional Learning Journey Continues -May and June Opportunities
Our Professional Learning Journey Continues -May and June Opportunities
We are thrilled to share some exciting news! Paula Aquilla will be joining us for a special opportunity to explore the world of Sensory Processing. This engaging, two-part virtual presentation will take place on June 4th and June 11th—mark your calendars and get ready for an insightful and enriching experience! Our May events are still… Continue reading Our Professional Learning Journey Continues -May and June Opportunities
Our Professional Learning Journey Continues -April and May Opportunities
Over the coming months, a series of professional learning opportunities are being facilitated by the ELQI to support educators in deepening their understanding and applying new strategies to enhance experiences for children in their programs. April: We welcome Nick Terrones who is presenting: Can of Worms Conversations May: We are welcoming Carla Ciccone- Supporting Children… Continue reading Our Professional Learning Journey Continues -April and May Opportunities
Our Professional Learning Journey Continues-March and April Opportunities
We’re delighted to announce—and remind you—about the fantastic virtual training opportunities coming up through the Early Learning Quality Initiative in March and April. We are excited to welcome Nick Terrones for his presentation: A Can of Worms: Fearless Conversations with Children. In every classroom and home, children ask big, bold questions—sometimes sparked by an unexpected… Continue reading Our Professional Learning Journey Continues-March and April Opportunities
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Rose McHugh, RECE, Manager of Early Learning Services
(705) 328-0464, ext. 246 or send a message
Beckie Kellett, RECE, Early Learning Coordinator
(705) 328-0464, ext. 236 or send a message
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