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Parent Handbook Google Doc Tutorial
OVERVIEW In this Google Doc tutorial we will go over some of the ways to go about editing the Parent Handbook Template to make it
February 28, 2023
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Welcome to the Embolden PDC Dayhome Blog! Here we have articles about any and all topics that relate to starting and running an Alberta dayhome. For access to even more information sign up for a free account!
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Activity Planning and the Developmental Domains
OVERVIEW As childcare providers, keeping the developmental domains in mind amidst everything we do can be one of the most impactful things we’ll ever do
January 16, 2023
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Taking Vacation for Dayhome Providers
OVERVIEW Are you a dayhome provider considering a vacation this year? Whether you’re taking a short break or a longer holiday, this blog will provide
January 9, 2023
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Holiday Gift Guide for Dayhomes 2022
If you’re stumped on how to show your dayhome provider some love this holiday season, we’ve got you covered!
November 30, 2022
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Fire Prevention Week 2022
OVERVIEW Fire Prevention Week runs from Sunday, October 9 until Saturday, October 15 in Canada. And we just love all of the learning experiences and
October 9, 2022
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Calgary Permit for Unlicensed Dayhomes
A motion to amend City of Calgary Bylaw 32M98 was passed unanimously through the Community Development Committee on July 28, 2022. Learn more about this permit and the proposed requirements.
August 3, 2022
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Child Care Provider Appreciation Day 2022
OVERVIEW Friday, May 6, is International Child Care Provider Appreciation Day! Embolden PDC recognizes this date for provider appreciation because we feel it is more
May 4, 2022
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Poison Prevention Week 2022
OVERVIEW In 2018 unintentional poisonings caused 3,477 deaths & more than 79,000 emergency department visits in Canada. Most poisonings are preventable. Children are smaller and
March 23, 2022
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The Leprechauns Have Arrived!
OVERVIEW St. Patrick’s Day is quickly approaching and it could quite possibly be one of our favorite “holiday’s” of the year! That’s because instead of
March 3, 2022
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Importance of Mental Health
OVERVIEW As a dayhome provider, taking care of our mental health is equally as important as taking care of our physical health. If we go
February 16, 2022
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Opening a Private Dayhome
We’re going over some first steps you can take to help make the process of opening a private dayhome a complete breeze.
February 9, 2022
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An Evening with the Alberta Family Child Care Association (AFCCA)
Embolden reached out to the Alberta Family Child Care Association to facilitate an evening of information sharing so that your questions and concerns could be addressed directly by some of the agencies in Alberta themselves.
February 2, 2022