The ECRTNO is proud to offer an annual provincial conference, regional professional development gatherings, and virtual networking opportunities. View the tabs below for more information on our upcoming events!
We are also happy to promote other organization’s events that are pertinent to those on our field. If you have an event to promote, please complete the Event Submission Form
2022-2023 Speaker Series
Zoom
This series includes four engaging speakers, four community of practice networking opportunities, and a free one year membership to the ECRTNO!
Already an ECRTNO member? You will get the event information automatically via email!
Better Together, Safer Apart
Zoom
Join Resource Teachers and Consultants from across Ontario discussing what supports looks like during social distancing. Grab your morning coffee and hop on Zoom for breakout networking sessions to connect with others in the field!
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SEPTEMBER 2019
Supporting Inclusive Environments through Universal Design for Learning
Unifor Hall, Small Hall (Enter through side doors)
This workshop will provide an introduction to Universal Design for Learning, an approach to supporting inclusive learning environments by designing curriculum and materials for all children.
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SEPTEMBER 2018
Unpacking Food Literacy Conference
Chestnut Conference Centre
Join educators, health professionals and others to learn about the latest food literacy research and what works best for educating children and families in school or community programs. Hear about food literacy in a complex foodscape and learn about some innovative strategies that address changing social norms and the food environment.
PD Opportunity – Forest School Course
Chestnut Conference Centre
The course will combine theory and experiential learning to offer participants a deeper understanding of what forest school is and can how it can be implemented from the school yard to a sprawling forest or the banks of the river, at a daycare with toddlers or in your own backyard with your children.
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SEPTEMBER 2018
Fourth Annual FASD Awareness Conference
Enji-Maajtaawaad Early Years Program, 330 Chippewa Rd. Muncey, Ontario, N0L-1Y0
Participants in this session will:
▪ Gain a better understanding of the concept of FASD as a pervasive, invisible, brain-based disability
▪ Review/change our mindset in working with children with FASD in the community
▪ Learn how to apply a neurobehavioural approach when working/living with children and youth with FASD
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OCTOBER 2017
A Day of Fun and Learning with the Ooey Gooey Lady
Hanover Columbus Centre, 963 Hwy #4, Hanover ON N4N 3T1
Lisa Murphy has been involved with early childhood education for over 20 years; teaching and working with children in various environments including Head Start, kindergarten, private preschools, family childcare, park and rec centers, group homes and many child care centers.
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MARCH 2017
FASD Awareness Conference – March 2017
Munsee Delaware Community Centre | 533 Thomigo Road, Muncey, ON N0L 1Y0
Lisa Murphy has been involved with early childhood education for over 20 years; teaching and working with children in various environments including Head Start, kindergarten, private preschools, family childcare, park and rec centers, group homes and many child care centers.
21-23
MARCH 2017
Decoding the Autism Brain
Brantford Hotel and Conference Centre, 19 Holiday Drive, Brantford, ON, N3T 5W5
Occupational Therapist and owner of Labyrinth Journeys, a company dedicated to providing professional and personal growth workshops. Kim is a Neuro-Developmental Treatment-OT instructor and a teacher of Sensory Integration Therapy, with post-graduate study in neurosciences and a range of complementary healing practices.
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FEBRUARY 2015
Regulation through Relationship: From Awareness to Action
HDC Institute, Toronto
Join Kim Barthel for this one-day workshop that provides caregivers with a deep understanding of what sits behind the scenes of their child’s behavioural challenges. Blending the detective work of unraveling the meaning behaviour with practical tools, this workshop will emphasize the importance of changing behavior through relationship.
24-25
MARCH 2014
Reflective Family Play: A Whole-Family Treatment Model for Infants and Younger Children
HDC Institute, Toronto
Reflective Family Play (RFP) was developed to fill a gap in service, and move beyond dyadic treatments by providing family therapy for a younger population.
10-12
MAY 2023
2023 Provincial Conference: Leading Change; Embracing Diversity and Inclusion
Hilton Niagara Falls
We are delighted to welcome you to the Early Childhood Resource Teachers of Ontario (ECRTNO) 2023 conference, Embracing Change; Leading Diversity and Inclusion. ECRTNO conferences provide a common ground for Resource Consultants, Managers and all advocates of inclusion in our early years sector. After three long years, and two virtual conferences, we are happy to be able to meet in person to share our experiences, gain new knowledge and network with our fellow members and community members.
Our 2023 Provincial Conference in Niagara Falls promises to be the conference of a lifetime. From May 10th to May 12th, we will be celebrating our ability to embrace change as leaders supporting diversity and inclusion.
Be sure to register before March 15, 2023 to get our early bird discount!
Click here for our Conference Brochure:
This event will focus on three main streams of interest: Children’s Mental Health, Supporting School Aged Children, and Professional Self-Care and Well-Being.
▪ Keynote Presentation – Jean Clinton
▪ Save the Date
▪ Registration is Now Open
25-27
OCTOBER 2017
2nd Joint Learning Institute
Sheraton Parkway Toronto North Hotel, Suites & Conference Centre in Richmond Hill
Join us October 25-27, 2017 at the Sheraton Parkway Toronto North Hotel, Suites & Conference Centre in Richmond Hill, Ontario for 3 full days of skill-building professional development.
▪ Early Bird Deadline Extended
▪ Reminder: Early Bird Deadline Is September 13th
▪ Call for Poster Presenters 2017 Provincial Learning Institute
▪ Save the Date
▪ Provincial Learning Institute Update
▪ ECRTNO and OAICD Joint Learning Institute
15-17
NOVEMBER 2016
Inclusion: A Cause for Celebration Conference
Holiday Inn Ottawa East | 1119 Joseph Cyr Street | Ottawa, Ontario K1J 7T4
Attention all Resource Teachers/Resource Consultants, the Early Childhood Resource Teachers Network of Ontario (ECRTNO) and Children’s Integration Support Services (CISS), a program of Andrew Fleck Child Care Services, are pleased to invite you to attend our celebratory conference Inclusion – A Cause for Celebration on November 15, 16 and 17th, 2016. The conference marks the 30th anniversary of the ECRTNO as well as the 25th anniversary of CISS.
19-21
OCTOBER 2016
The Best of Both Worlds: The Intersection of Infant and Child Development and Infant Mental Health
Caesars Windsor
The OntarioAssociation for Infant and Child Development (OAICD) is pleased to invite you to submit abstracts for presentations, workshops and posters to be presentated at our upcoming learning institute on October 20 and 21, 2016 at Caesars Windsor in Windosr, Ontario. We will host a full-day pre-institute workshop at the hotel on October 19, 2016.
16-18
SEPTEMBER 2015
29th Annual Conference
Cambridge Hotel – Conference Centre | 700 Hespeler Road, Cambridge, Ontario, N3H 5L8
The ECRTNO is excited to announce our 29th Annual Conference on September 16, 17, and 18, 2015. Please check out our brochure for more information.
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OCTOBER 2014
28th Annual Conference
Cambridge Hotel – Conference Centre | 700 Hespeler Road, Cambridge, Ontario, N3H 5L8
The ECRTNO is excited to announce our 28th Annual Conference on October 1st, 2nd, and 3rd, 2014. Please check out our brochure for more information.
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OCTOBER 2013
Building Resilience: In Community, Children, Families & Professionals
Cambridge Hotel – Conference Centre | 700 Hespeler Road, Cambridge, Ontario, N3H 5L8
The Early Childhood Resource Teacher Network of Ontario (ECRTNO) and The Ontario Association for Infant and Child Development (OAICD) are excited to announce that they will come together to deliver a joint conference on October 2nd, 3rd, and 4th, 2013. 2013 Conference.
18-20
APRIL 2012
26th Annual Provincial Conference
108 Jozo Weider Boulevard, Blue Mountains, ON L9Y 3Z2
Early Childhood Resource Teacher Network of Ontario presents the 26th Annual Provincial Conference at the beautiful Blue Mountain Resort on April 18 – 20, 2012. * Conference brochure, registration and membership forms, online booking and directions are now available to download.
▪ Conference Brochure 2012 Dec 4th
▪ Registration and Membership forms
▪ Conference Brochure 2012 Dec 4th
27-29
APRIL 2011
25th Annual Provincial Conference
Blue Mountain Resort in Collingwood, Ontario
Help us celebrate 25 years of professional development in the Early Childhood Resource Teaching field at the 2011 ECRTNO Conference!
15-17
APRIL 2009
23rd Annual Provincial Conference
Four Points by Sheaton: St. Catherines Niagara Suites
23rd Annual Conference: The Treasures of Diversity April 15th -17th, 2009 St. Catherines, Ontario Four Points by Sheaton: St. Catherines Niagara Suites A little teaser of what is to come…. Rabia Khedr is a consultant with diversityworX and a dynamic speaker. Part of the mission of diversityworX is “To promote diversity in the workplace …
▪ Brochure
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OCTOBER 2018
Western Regional Gathering a Day with Shelly Moore
Red Rose Convention Centre, 1233 Derry Road East, Mississauga
Shelley Moore is a highly sought after teacher, researcher, speaker and storyteller and has worked with school districts and community organizations throughout both Canada and the United States.
▪ Children to the Forefront Central Regional Gathering
▪ Western Regional Gathering a Day with Shelly Moore
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JUNE 2018
Eastern Regional Gathering with Shelley Moore
Ron Kolbus Lakeside Centre | 102 Greenview Avenue, Ottawa
Join us for an interactive and high energy day focused on supporting children from a strength based perspective.
