Celebrating the Right To Expression of Views

Co-Imagining a World of Possibilities with Children!

Join us for a milestone event in ARCQE’s history! This year as we celebrate ARCQE’s 15th annual National Child Day Conference and our organization’s 20th anniversary, we are planning the biggest event in our history. On November 22 – 23, 2024 we are hosting a hybrid conference in Edmonton, AB. Educators will get the chance to learn from 14 speakers hosting 3 keynote sessions and 11 breakout sessions, over 2 days! Virtual attendees will be able to engage with our 4 high quality live streams.

Centring ourselves around co: agency, we will come together as a community to share, learn, network, and have fun with interactive learning experiences and insights built around children’s right to expression of views. Be sure to pay attention to our evolving site page where we will release exciting announcements and details for this year’s conference.

Registration

Register before midnight MST November 17 2024!

Speaker Bios

Join us as we bring together leading experts from across Canada and beyond for this year's conference! They will share valuable insights and innovative practices you will want to incorporate into your everyday practice. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from both national and international voices shaping the future of early childhood education.

Event Schedule

Take a look at the schedule for Friday, Nov.22, and Saturday, Nov.23 to see what you will be participating in at this year's conference. Create your unique schedule by choosing from all the amazing breakout sessions we are offering.

Capsule Collection

ARCQE has created a limited Capsule Collection of fun and functional merchandise! All proceeds from this collection will be donated to charity. Help support National Child Day by purchasing an item to wear on National Child Day and at our conference. The Capsule Collection storefront is coming soon!

mARCQEtplace

Come together and enjoy the latest products and resources that will be on display for all educators to shop and enjoy in an immersive enviroment. mARCQEtplace vendors are made up of local businesses and entrepreneurs showcasing their services for your fun and convenience. Stay tuned for the growing vendor lineup!

Mighty Vendors
          

Mini Vendors

Sponsors

Thank you so much to this year’s sponsors dedicated to making this year’s 15th annual National Child Day Conference the best one in ARCQE’s history!

SACDA      

Partners

Our valued colleagues are coming to support ARCQE, and you! Network, learn, and act on amazing information our partners are bringing to their National Child Day Conference booths.

SACDA    Teaching & Learning - Rupertsland Institute  Caramel Pudding  

"I remember all of the in-person sessions in detail from my whole career and still connect with new people I've met there."

2023 Conference Attendee

"My learnings and experiences from this conference are essential for my growth as an educator and I want to take them all with me as I continue to make a difference in the life of each child."

2023 Conference Attendee

"I will use some of these great ideas in my helping of day home educators adding the children's voice into their programs..."

2023 Conference Attendee