Helping PEI families make the early years count!

Benefits of certified early childhood education.

  • Ensures physical environment and daily activities promote the health, safety, and well-being of children
  • Inspire learning and foster children’s development
  • Establish a good working relationship with parents and guardians
  • Observe, document, and respond to children’s interests, activities, and behaviours
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Welcome

The Early Childhood Development Association of PEI is a provincial, non-profit organization committed to promoting and supporting quality early childhood development programs and services for our Island’s children & families. Our mission: All Island children between infancy and five (5) years of age will have access to a sustainable Provincial Early Childhood Education system that is available, affordable, and of high quality. Please note that the ECDA is not a bilingual organization; however we do provide respectful services and a number of resources and functions in French.

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The Early Childhood Development Association of PEI is a provincial, non-profit organization committed to promoting and supporting quality early childhood development programs and services for our Island’s children & families. Our mission: All Island children between infancy and five (5) years of age will have access to a sustainable Provincial Early Childhood Education system that is available, affordable, and of high quality. Please note that the ECDA is not a bilingual organization; however we do provide respectful services and a number of resources and functions in French.

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Upcoming Events

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Aug
21
Up to 0.00 PD hours • In-Person
Member Appreciation Night at the Confed Centre - Tell Tale Harbour
We’ve partnered with the Confederation Centre of The Arts to offer ECDA members and their families/friends a 25% discount on tickets to the August 21st at 8pm showing of Tell Tale Harbour. Show: Tell Tale HarbourDate & Time: Thursday, August 21 at 8:00 PMLocation: Confederation Centre of the Arts, CharlottetownTickets (Tier 3 and above): Use the code ****** to receive 25% off for ECDA members and their guests - Discount code can be found in the recent member Summer Activities email, or contact Karoll at [email protected] ) Purchase tickets here! - Discount code can be found in the recent member Summer Activities email, or contact Karoll at [email protected] ) ECDA Pre-show Reception:Join us for a pre-show reception from 6:30–7:30 PM at Mavor’s Lounge and the Charles and Pauline Scott Courtyard!Enjoy light appetizers, great company, and a relaxed atmosphere with fellow members and guests. It’s the perfect way to kick off a night of fun and connection. A cash bar will be available.
Aug
27
Up to 2.00 PD hours • Virtual
Reignite & Reflect: Returning to What Matters Most
Amid the pace of daily routines, educators deserve time to refocus and reconnect. This session creates space for reflection on personal and professional values, purpose, and the importance of educator identity. Participants will be invited to re-engage with the deeper meaning of their work and to return to their teams with renewed clarity and confidence.   Marcia Nicole is a dedicated mother of three and the founder of Ispyr to Educate. Holding a Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Curriculum and Development from Western University, and an Ontario Bachelor of Education with an OCT certification, she brings over 20 years of rich experience to early childhood education. Her passion is to foster an environment where educators and students thrive together in creativity and discovery. Ispyr to Educate is committed to enhancing educational practices through dynamic workshops, targeted professional development, and personalized mentoring, empowering educators to continuously evolve and inspire their students. As an educational coach, Marcia's goal is to support and uplift educators in their journey towards professional excellence and personal fulfillment.   Participants will be given the link to the video and are required to participate in one of two ways-- with a microphone/built in speaker or through the chat. In addition there will be a log tracking which members contribute and which do not, and those that do not contribute will not receive PD hours. We ask that you leave your camera on for the session.
Sep
2
Up to 0.00 PD hours • In-Person
Steps to Success Application 2025-2026
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children and secure a bright future for yourself. Apply today and take your "Steps to Success"!   Click on this link for the Application Form: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/StepstoSuccessApplication2025-2026   If you are interested in this program and would like to learn more before submitting an application please read through the Information flyer below and contact: Megan Drummond - [email protected]