Canadian Association for Young Children

The CAYC exists to provide a voice on
critical issues related to the quality of
life of all young children and families.

The Canadian Association for Young Children (CAYC) was granted it's Federal Charter in 1974. To this day, the CAYC is the only national association specifically concerned with the well being of children, birth through age nine - at home, in preschool settings and at school.

Members of this multi-disciplinary association include parents, teachers, caregivers, administrators, students and all those wishing to share ideas and participate in activities related to the education and welfare of young children.

To influence the direction and quality of policies and programs that affects the development and well being of young children in Canada.

To provide as forum for the members of Canada’s early childhood communities to support one another in providing developmentally appropriate programs for young children.

To promote and provide opportunities for professional development for those charged with the care and education of young children.

To promote opportunities for effective liaison and collaboration with all those responsible for young children.

To recognize outstanding contributions to the well being of young children.

To recognize outstanding contributions to the well being of young children.

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THE NATIONAL CONFERENCE

The National Conference is a highlight of The CAYC.
The program includes lectures by internationally renowned authorities on children, in addition to workshops, discussion groups, displays, demonstrations, school visits and tours.

PROVINCIAL AND REGIONAL EVENTS

The organization of members at the local and provincial level is encouraged to plan events to deal with the issues and concerns pertaining to young children. These events may take the form of lectures, seminars or a local conference.

THE "CANADIAN CHILDREN" JOURNAL

This outstanding multidisciplinary journal is published twice yearly and features articles and announcements by nationally and internationally renowned experts in early childhood education and child rearing, as well as new learning tools, peer book reviews, etc.

MEMBERSHIP

The CAYC membership is comprised of both institutional and non-institutional members. Members receive the "Journal" twice yearly, newsletters and special rates for both national and regional conferences.

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CAYC - FEDERAL CHARTER GRANTED 1974