Association of Early Childhood Educators of Newfoundland & Labrador

10/12/2026

NL Child Care Administrators are invited to join AECENL for their Administrators Community of Practice!

October 19, 2026
7:00pm NT
Online via Zoom

To register, visit

Join PL Coordinator Sandy Gow and special guests throughout the year for a series of workshops and group discussions on a variety of topics

10/11/2026

This Thanksgiving, we pause to express gratitude for the land, the communities, and the people who share it.

We’re thankful for the Early Childhood Educators across Newfoundland and Labrador whose care and dedication make such a difference every day.

Wishing you a restful and reflective weekend.

Please note: The AECENL office will be closed tomorrow, Monday October 12th, 2025 for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

10/11/2026

Reach out to us to learn more about your current certification from another province!

aecenl.ca
[email protected]
709-726-3044

10/11/2026

Join AECENL and YWCA St. John's for Early Learning and Child Care Advocacy 101!

October 29, 2026
7:00pm NT
Online via Zoom

To register, visit https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/2000257778862?aff=oddtdtcreator

10/10/2026

October 10 is World Mental Health Day — a reminder that the wellbeing of Early Childhood Educators matters.

In early learning environments, you hold space for children’s big feelings, growing minds, and everyday discoveries. That work takes heart, skill, and emotional energy.

Taking care of your own mental health isn’t an add‑on to the job — it’s part of sustaining the meaningful work you do each day.

Thank you for all you do — your well-being matters today and every day.

10/09/2026

Join AECENL and the Department of Social Supports and Well-Being for Duty to Report.

November 27th, 2026
3:00-4:00 PM NT
Online via Zoom

To register, visit

Learn more about the Provincial Child Protection Legislation from the Government of NL - Child Protection and Support Services Division

10/09/2026

Thank you Alick Tsui for capturing our conference day so beautifully!
Don't worry - more pictures to come!

10/09/2026

10/09/2026

Introducing the winner of AECENL's 2nd Annual ECE of the Year Award:

Bernadine Kent

Pulling directly from a nomination letter, Bernadine is described as someone who:
“strives to provide the highest quality of care, consistently exceeds the minimum standards set in place, always looking for ways to strengthen her own skills and those of her team, a mentor, a role model and a leader.”

Bernadine embodies the heart of an exceptional ECE, cultivating strong roots through her dedication, using her voice to inspire others, and creating a lasting rhythm of positive change through her leadership, mentorship, and commitment to excellence.

Congratulations Bernadine!

10/09/2026

Nominations are now open for the Prime Minister's Awards; Early Childhood Education. Nominate an ECE today!

The Nomination Guidelines contain detailed information about the PMA nomination process, such as the eligibility and selection criteria, as well as helpful tips in preparing a nomination text.