Our Initiatives:

On behalf of Many Voices, One Mind, we extend our sincere gratitude to Employment and Social Development Canada for supporting this four-year initiative to strengthen early learning and childcare services for Indigenous children and families.

Through this funding, many childcare centres across S’ÓLH TÉMÉXW enhanced their capacity to provide culturally grounded, inclusive, and relationship-based care. The project established a sustainable network of Circle of Security Classroom (COSC) facilitators, increasing access to attachment-based training that strengthened educators’ ability to support children’s social and emotional development and foster a greater sense of belonging.

The project also integrated Indigenous knowledge, culture, language, and teachings into professional development and daily practice through the guidance of Elders and Knowledge Keepers where possible. In addition, a collection of culturally relevant tools, resources, and training materials was developed to support ongoing learning and strengthen culturally responsive programming.

Specialized training, coaching, and practical resources improved educators’ ability to support children with diverse developmental and support needs, creating more inclusive environments and reducing barriers to participation.

Overall, Employment and Social Development Canada’s investment has built lasting capacity within childcare centres by strengthening workforce skills, embedding Indigenous cultural knowledge into practice, expanding access to specialized training, and supporting more inclusive, quality childcare for Indigenous children, families, and communities. The project’s impact will continue beyond the funding period, helping to sustain culturally responsive early learning and childcare programs for years to come.

To learn more about Circle of Security Courses and Trainings please click on the link Circle of Security International.

Many Voices, One Mind has a strategy to increase participation from as many interested Indigenous ECD service providers from across the region as possible. Should you be interested in more information, please contact us.

We have on-going consultation and planning meetings regarding Early Childhood Development (ECD) and Subsidized Child Care (SCC) with the Ministry of Children & Family Development (MCFD). 

Our vision is that Indigenous children and families, regardless of where they live across the Fraser Region, embrace and practice their culture; that they have access to a full range of culturally appropriate early childhood development services that will in turn foster and enhance their ability to reach their maximum potential.

The network strives to promote a greater understanding of Indigenous histories, cultures and teachings as well as advocates for and supports programs and policies to reflect Indigenous perspectives of early childhood development.

Professional Development, Workshops, Theme Options and/or Events:

Each resource has key learning outcomes, teachings and or methods to support Indigenous children and or their families. The presentation will provide participants with a sense of knowledge, skills, and strategies. The workshop may be tailored to support your needs and or requirements. Each session will include certification for professional development hours.

For more information or bookings, please view our workshops registration page.

Many Voices, One Mind works together to address important issues and concerns related to how to work together in order to meet the needs of Indigenous children and families.

We are open to consulting with outside agencies, groups, and or persons who share the same view on children and families. We focus the strength and wisdom of our communities to create supports for Indigenous Early Childhood Development.

For more information please see our Contact Us page

Many Voices, One Mind forwards important issues and concerns to its partners, which include MCFD and Vancouver Foundation.