Here’s a curated list of available conferences and professional events in Canada that are relevant to Early Childhood Education (ECE) and Social Work — ideal for networking, professional growth, research, and continuing education.
π National & Academic Conferences (ECE & Social Work)
πΉ Prairie Child Welfare Consortium Conference
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Typically held annually in June
π Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
π― Focus: Child welfare policy, practice, research, and cross-sector collaboration.
✔ Great for practitioners and researchers working with children, families, and community care systems.
π Hosted by the University of Manitoba Faculty of Social Work.
πΉ CASWE-ACFTS Annual Conference (Social Work Education)
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June 4–7, 2026
π University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario
π― Focus: Social work education, equity, justice, research, and professional training.
✔ Canada’s major academic social work event — includes scholars, faculty, and graduate students.
π Organized by the Canadian Association for Social Work Education (CASWE-ACFTS).
πΉ Work and Family Researchers Network (WFRN) Conference
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June 17–20, 2026
π Concordia University, MontrΓ©al, Quebec
π― Interdisciplinary research on work, family policy, community well-being — relevant for social work, human services, and early childhood policy professionals.
π Hosted by the Work and Family Researchers Network.
π International & Multi-Disciplinary Academic Conferences in Canada
These events include sessions related to education, child development, community well-being, and social sciences that ECE and social work professionals may attend for professional development:
πΈ International Conferences on Education & Pedagogy
π Various Canadian cities (Toronto, Ottawa, Vancouver, etc.)
π
Early 2026 months (January–March)
π Includes:
International Conference on Educational Sciences (ICES)
International Conference on Teaching and Education Sciences (ICTES)
International Conference on Pedagogy and Psychology (ICPP)
Offer broad coverage on education, child development, learning research, and teaching practices relevant to early childhood educators.
πΈ Early Childhood Education & Teaching Systems Conference
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May 18, 2026
π Vancouver & Montreal, Canada
π Focus: Early childhood education systems, classroom practice, learning theory, interventions.
✔ Relevant for ECE professionals shaping early learning and teaching frameworks.
π Broader Social Work & Human Services Conferences
The following topics intersect with social work practice and are important for professional development:
πΉ International Conference on Social Work and Sustainable Development
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June 26, 2026
π Montreal, Canada
π― Covers social work practice related to sustainability, equity, and community well-being.
πΉ International Conference on Social Work with Families and Children
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June 23, 2026
π Toronto, Canada
π― Family-centered practice research and innovations relevant to social work and child care professionals.
πΉ International Conference on Poverty Alleviation and Social Change
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Early February 2026
π Toronto, Canada
π― Focus: Community development, social innovation, equity — useful for social work practitioners and policy advocates.
π Professional & Community Events
πΉ Canadian Child Care Federation (CCCF) Events
π CCCF hosts national and regional professional development events, workshops, webinars, and seminars focused on early learning, curriculum strategies, inclusion, and workforce development in child care.
π Global & Larger Scale Conferences (Canada-based Organizers)
While not always in Canada every year, these are big scale events relevant for Canadian professionals:
πΉ Joint World Conference on Social Work, Education and Social Development (SWSD 2026)
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June 26–29, 2026 (Nairobi but attended by many Canadian delegations)
π― Globally-oriented social work and education practice conference. Useful for academic networking and international collaboration.
π Tips for Attending
✔ Many academic conferences have call-for-proposals months in advance — plan early to submit research or practice presentations.
✔ Virtual and hybrid attendance options are increasingly common, expanding access for international professionals.
✔ Professional organizations (e.g., CASW, ECEBC, AECEO) also offer webinars and mini-workshops throughout the year.
π Quick Reference Links to Explore
π CASW – Conferences & Events Calendar: https://www.casw-acts.ca/en/all-events
π Conference Index – Social Work Education & Early Childhood Conferences: https://conferenceindex.org/conferences/social-work.php and https://conferenceindex.org/conferences/early-childhood/canada
π Canadian Child Care Federation – Professional Events: https://www.exploring-the-canadian-child-care-federation.com/conferences-events
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