Impact Category: Family/Community supporters

As a parent, my child’s development and well-being will always come first. I am deeply concerned that funding cuts could negatively impact our children. Every day, educators face a wide range of situations, and with the support of pedagogical assistants, classrooms and activities are well prepared. These assistants play a crucial role in filling the … Continued

My 4 year old little one has needed a little extra time warming up to being left at daycare every morning for the last 7 months. Sometimes it’s just a wave out the window, but in the past her educator has also had to take the time to rock her until she calmed enough to … Continued

Chantal was my son’s educator when he started daycare at 3. Every morning was a struggle for him to leave me. But every morning Chantal welcomed him with open arms, heartwarming smile, patience and she made the transition so much easier and put made me feel like my son was loved and well taken care … Continued

As both a parent and an ECE, and with my son being autistic, I have really seen how important PED support is in the centre. It makes a big difference in how smoothly the day runs. Having that extra support allows children to get the individual attention they need, especially during times that may be … Continued

I am writing to express my deep concerns regarding the recent decision to reduce funded hours for pedagogical support staff within Early Years Centres across Prince Edward Island. This issue is not only important to me as a professional, but also as a parent. I have two children currently enrolled in an Early Years Centre, … Continued

My four-year-old daughter attends a childcare program in Kensington. She is a bright, capable little girl, but she also faces ongoing toileting challenges and is supported by multiple healthcare providers. Because of this, she requires additional time, patience, and one-on-one guidance throughout her day—particularly when using the washroom. Early Childhood Educators already carry an immense … Continued

Growing up being raised by a single mom daycare was essential, it was always there and reliable for work days instead of struggling to find a babysitter. Now to see the very daycare I attended have to suffer at the hands of wanting to cut funding. It is devastating. ECE’s and every worker in a … Continued

My child doesn’t necessarily need 1-on-1 attention but she does have her quirks and likes to take her time. The fact that there was a support worker there that could sit with her while she was learning to use the toilet, could stay back while she took her time getting ready, and was there to … Continued

Hi my name is Brian MacDonald and my daughter goes to the most amazing safe secure daycare with amazing staff. The 1st day we dropped our daughter off at the daycare Jardin de Etoiles we were greeted my the one who looks after her who they call Mme Emmie. When we dropped her off she … Continued

As a kindergarten teacher and a daycare mom, I see the hard work and impact that pedagogical support staff has on children everyday. These individuals help make the transition between daycare to kindergarten much smoother. They get to know the children on a deep level and help them in so many ways. Without the help … Continued