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Gordon Cleveland, an economist and Associate Professor Emeritus in the Department of Management at the University of Toronto Scarborough, has dedicated over 30 years to researching the economics of early childhood education, with a focus on policy design. A widely published expert, he joins us to share his perspective on Ontario's new funding formula.

Join us for the 21st Annual Summer Institute on Early Childhood Development, a dynamic gathering dedicated to strengthening the early childhood education (ECE) workforce. This conference brings together educators, administrators, policymakers, researchers, and advocates from across Canada to explore innovative strategies for fostering a sustainable ECE workforce while addressing critical issues of equity and access.

Through engaging workshops, keynote presentations, and collaborative discussions, you will:

• discover actionable strategies to support, recruit, and retain talented early childhood educators;
• address the challenges of fair compensation and equity, advocating for policies that reflect the vital role of ECE professionals; and
• explore initiatives to build a robust and sustainable ECE workforce tailored to community needs.

This event is an opportunity to elevate the voices of early childhood educators and drive meaningful change. Together, we can create a future where every educator feels valued and empowered to shape the next generation of learners.