Kids have Stress too!
Feb 13

Kids have Stress too!

February 13, 2024 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
TOPP KIDS Head Office
In this workshop, we discuss typical childhood stressors, excessive activities, inadequate age-appropriate play time, and whether children are too involved in adult concerns. Strategies and conversation around your particular child and family and how to... Read more
Mar 31

Challenging Behaviours: Interactive Workshop for Educators in School Age Care

March 31, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
5918 3 Street SW
AECEA & Gov't APPROVED! Apply for funding now! This session focus on providing ideas to help caregivers feel confident in handling on challenging behaviours that individuals experience. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions... Read more
Sep 16

HIGH FIVE – Principles of Healthy Child Development Training

September 16, 2023 @ 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
TK Head Office
  What is it? A one-day training that teaches front-line leaders how to enhance the quality of the programs they are delivering. It provides in-depth knowledge of the HIGH FIVE® Principles of healthy child development... Read more
Apr 23

Child Abuse & Early Intervention

April 23, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
ELCC & Community Development Education Centre
Statistics Canada reports that one out of every three Canadians has experienced child abuse prior to age 16. Prolonged exposure to traumatic events, such as abuse or neglect, can negatively impact the developing brain. Although... Read more
Apr 04

Observation & Pedagogical Documentation in School Age

April 4, 2020 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
ELCC & Community Development
AECEA & GOV APPROVED! CDAs, CDWs & CDSApply for funding now! Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how observation and pedagogical documentation are intricately interwoven. This session will focus on discussing and engaging in... Read more
Nov 13

Super Tools For Super Programs with Mike Ashcraft

November 13, 2023 @ 8:00 Am - 4:00 PM
Acadia Recreation Complex - Rose Hall
HEY TOPP KIDS!  Come join our company-wide PD Day led by the incredible Mike Ashcraft! you and 84 of your closest peers will enjoy an energy-filled day of learning and laughter (lunch included) bringing our... Read more
Jan 26

Being a Mentor In School-Age Care

January 26, 2019 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
2019 SACDA School Age Conference - Deerfoot Inn
Being a mentor is key in when working with school-age children. Learn how simple it can be to make a difference in a child’s life every day using our set tools and skills and how you... Read more
Sep 18

Managing Your Response in Difficult Situations

September 18, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
5918 3 Street SW
AECEA & GOV'T APPROVED! CDA, CDW, CDS Apply for funding now! Closer to Home will be using the Teaching Family Model during this presentation which will provide strength-based, evidence-based approaches to be used by caregivers... Read more
Oct 24

Behaviour Guidence in School Age Programs

October 24, 2023 @ 10:00 AM - 12;00 PM
TOPP KIDS Head Office 425 78th Avenue SW, Calgary Alberta, T2V 5K5
  This workshop will challenge you to rethink your attitude about behaviors and child guidance for school-age children. "Control the Climate, not the Child". We will guide you through the examination and evaluation of behavior... Read more
Mar 04

The Mindful Child

March 4, 2019 @ 5:30pm to 8:30pm
Dubasov Dance & Wellness: 12 - 6325 12 ST SE Calgary, AB T2H 2K1
GOVERNMENT APPROVED! Apply for funding! Learn yoga and mindfulness activities to integrate into your daily routines to help regulate and calm bodies and minds for optimal learning experiences. Participants will gain yoga and mindfulness ideas... Read more